We’ve Got Burlap
Many thanks to Amy for picking up A TON of burlap bags to use in the garden. And to her muscle man, Ludie, for helping to unload. And an even bigger thank you to Allegro Coffee for donating the bags. … Continue reading →
Priscilla
Pests at Rosedale Workshop
Presented by Ana Tolentino … Continue reading →
Rosedale Bees Update
By Ardis Young Rosedale Bees Update The honey bees at Rosedale did not survive the winter and spring. Recently, Tom Smedley, Carey, and Ardis set up two new bee hives in the Southwest corner to replace them. As you probably know, we are … Continue reading →
Tomato Plant Sale!
Memorial Day Three Days Only! Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday May 30, May 31 and, June 1. 10:00 a. m. to noon At Rosedale Community Garden Tomato plants expertly raised by the garden’s own Charlie S. Several varieties available. Also, dehydrated garlic … Continue reading →
Work Day – May 14, 2016
It was unexpectedly chilly cold on Saturday, but we had a great turnout and were able to get a lot done in the garden. Many thanks to all who helped out on the various projects. Sorry if we fail to … Continue reading →
First Barrel of Bokashi Compost
Rosedale’s first barrel of compost using the bokashi method was opened on Wednesday, May 10. Bokashi is a composting method that uses organic microbes to breakdown plant material into usable compost. The method … Continue reading →
Bokashi Composting Method
Rosedale is trying out a new composting solution for the garden. Bokashi (acidic anaerobic) fermentation is the simplest, least costly, and fastest way of recycling organic waste. It is an anaerobic process with specialized microbes and requires only 10 days … Continue reading →
Hopi Blue Corn Project
In the fall of 2010, Jackie and I were with an archaeological group at the Hopi Mesas. We met many of the elders and became interested in the way they have grown their corn for over a thousand years. It … Continue reading →