“Just about everybody I know is planting a garden this spring.
It makes sense. Whether you’re concerned about long-term food security, want to have access to fresh produce in between trips to New Seasons, or just want to stave off boredom-induced psychosis while in quarantine, there are lots of good reasons to start a pandemic garden.
Unfortunately, lots of novice gardeners tend to tumble into the hobby headlong with little planning or research—I was no different. Then, when something goes wrong, there’s a powerful temptation to say, “I guess I just can’t keep plants alive,” and quit.
It doesn’t have to be that way. After consulting with a couple of experts—and mining my own years of experience in the “field,” so to speak— here’s what you need to know about starting your garden, and keeping it growing.”
~ Read more in “A Practical Guide to Starting a Pandemic Garden” – Willamette Week By Christen McCurdy
