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Weekly Garden Thread - April 2-8, 2022 [Garden Goals for 2022 Edition]
April 2, 2022 | Diana in WI/Greeneyes in Memorium

Posted on 04/02/2022 7:31:47 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin

The Weekly Gardening Thread is a weekly gathering of folks that love soil, seeds and plants of all kinds. From complete newbies that are looking to start that first potted plant, to gardeners with some acreage, to Master Gardener level and beyond, we would love to hear from you.

If you have specific question about a plant/problem you are having, please remember to state the Growing Zone where you are located.

This thread is a non-political respite. No matter what, you won’t be flamed, and the only dumb question is the one that isn’t asked.

It is impossible to hijack the Weekly Gardening Thread. Planting, Harvest to Table Recipes, Preserving, Good Living - there is no telling where it will go - and that is part of the fun and interest. Jump in and join us! Send a Private Message to Diana in Wisconsin if you'd like to be added to our New & Improved Ping List.

NOTE: This is a once a week Ping List. We do post to the thread during the week. Links to related articles and discussions which might be of interest to Gardeners are welcomed any time!


TOPICS: Agriculture; Food; Gardening; Hobbies
KEYWORDS: food; garden; gardening; hobbies
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1 posted on 04/02/2022 7:31:47 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin
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To: 4everontheRight; Augie; Apple Pan Dowdy; Aevery_Freeman; ApplegateRanch; ArtDodger; AloneInMass; ...

2 posted on 04/02/2022 7:34:22 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have, 'Hobbies.' I'm developing a robust Post-Apocalyptic skill set. )
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To: Diana in Wisconsin

3 posted on 04/02/2022 7:40:41 AM PDT by PIF (They came for me and mine ... now its your turn)
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To: PIF

😄
Sooo cold.
Out early in it. No yard work for me today. Will be running back inside soon, laf. Brrrrr


4 posted on 04/02/2022 7:46:27 AM PDT by TianaHighrider (God moved David to STAND UP to Goliath ❣)
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To: PIF

Oh yeah, snowing this morning here in SE Wisconsin. Not even thinking about the garden yet.


5 posted on 04/02/2022 7:50:09 AM PDT by T. P. Pole
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To: Diana in Wisconsin
I went to my favorite Farm and Ag supply store
and found that gardening tools have doubled in price.
Maybe it's time to hit 'estate sales' and the flea markets for needed tools.
I refuse to buy cheap Chinese tools, and get American made tools, or manufactured by our allies.
6 posted on 04/02/2022 7:54:00 AM PDT by Tilted Irish Kilt
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To: Diana in Wisconsin

It looks like spring is FINALLY here.

The potatoes are going in next week.


7 posted on 04/02/2022 7:55:22 AM PDT by metmom (...fixing our eyes on Jesus, the Author and Perfecter of our faith….)
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To: Diana in Wisconsin; All

A GOOD day so far:

Walked to the mailbox & back - farthest I’ve walked since surgery
On my walk, a pair of bluebirds were active around my garden beds - a very blue (breeding plumage) male was sitting on top of my trellis - he has a great view for spotting bugs!
My brother (best brother ever!) is mowing for me as I type - this will give me an extra week before I have to do it again
My niece is bringing my 10-month old great-nephew to visit - he’s co cute - crawling “like a flash”, pulling himself up & side-stepping, & big enough to wear the Osh Kosh overalls that I gave her for a baby shower gift last year.
Sunny, cool early Spring day here - a real mood lifter!


8 posted on 04/02/2022 7:56:12 AM PDT by Qiviut (🍊 #standup "Don't let your children die on the hill you refuse to fight on.")
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To: Diana in Wisconsin
TO LINK BACK TO THE MARCH 26-April 2022 WEEKLY GARDEN THREAD CLICK ON THE COFFEE CUP!

Poof sorry image href gone!

Pollard's F/R profile page is now the location of his Prepper links and Data Base.

He has been kind enough to incorporate the Gardening Resources information and links into his Data Base! (Thanks Pollard!) Link to it by clicking on the picture below!

Sorry! Someone removed the original image!

While you are there, check out Pollard's Freerepublic HTML Extension! (I am using it right now!)


9 posted on 04/02/2022 7:57:39 AM PDT by Pete from Shawnee Mission ( )
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You know it's going to be a Bad Day when you wake up, look out the bedroom window and say, "@#$%^&*!" to more snow!

Ugh! We DO need the moisture, and it will melt quickly now, but it's still disheartening! :( Going to be a SOGGY week, but I have CUTE boots to wear, so it's all good. :)

Sedum are up, Chives are up, potted Tulips are up in the greenhouse, Peonies are up trees are budded and so are the Lilacs. We'll get there!

Actually, this weather saves me a lot of work! No sense cleaning the storm door that is full of puppy paw prints and 'nose schmootz' and washing the kitchen floor is OUT of the question this week. The Hired Help (me) will be happy to hear that!

10 posted on 04/02/2022 8:00:24 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have, 'Hobbies.' I'm developing a robust Post-Apocalyptic skill set. )
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To: Diana in Wisconsin

Thanks for the thread! (Need to stumble over and get some coffee!)


11 posted on 04/02/2022 8:05:09 AM PDT by Pete from Shawnee Mission (6B KS/MO border )
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To: Tilted Irish Kilt

Wow. Hadn’t even thought of that ‘trickle down’ effect of the current cr@ptastic economy!

All of my tools have been inherited or gifted and I ‘won’ an assortment of Fiskars hand tools in a Silent Auction a few years ago.

Estate Sales would be a good way to go; lots of treasures to be had at those. :)


12 posted on 04/02/2022 8:05:53 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have, 'Hobbies.' I'm developing a robust Post-Apocalyptic skill set. )
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To: Diana in Wisconsin
Just a reminder :

> Have a five gallon bucket of sand near your tool storage and include some used motor oil
After you clean the dirt off your tools, dip them in the oily sand to build a preventative coat to prevent tools rusting.
That way your tools remain rust free, and ready for future use.

13 posted on 04/02/2022 8:06:05 AM PDT by Tilted Irish Kilt
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To: Pete from Shawnee Mission

Thanks, Pete!


14 posted on 04/02/2022 8:07:16 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have, 'Hobbies.' I'm developing a robust Post-Apocalyptic skill set. )
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To: Pollard; Diana in Wisconsin

Etiquette....Pollard....I keep forgetting to include you in a post that links to your page! (Thanks!)


15 posted on 04/02/2022 8:08:32 AM PDT by Pete from Shawnee Mission (6B KS/MO border )
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To: Diana in Wisconsin

Zucchini plants are blooming and starting to set. Tomato plants are blooming as well. My herbs are doing awesome and it’s already time to trim them back. Spinach is coming on strong and my pepper plants are also blooming now. Over all down here in South Texas it’s perfect weather for the early spring planting/growing season. Looking good!!


16 posted on 04/02/2022 8:24:08 AM PDT by ChuckHam
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To: Diana in Wisconsin

Almost forgot! Please add me to this ping list.


17 posted on 04/02/2022 8:25:28 AM PDT by ChuckHam
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To: T. P. Pole
Oh yeah, snowing this morning here in SE Wisconsin. Not even thinking about the garden yet.

Ok, I have to ask: What's it like to not think about gardening? I can't remember the last time I stopped thinking about it.
18 posted on 04/02/2022 8:55:55 AM PDT by Ellendra (A single lie on our side does more damage than a thousand lies on their side.)
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To: ChuckHam

DONE! :)


19 posted on 04/02/2022 8:57:42 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have, 'Hobbies.' I'm developing a robust Post-Apocalyptic skill set. )
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20 posted on 04/02/2022 8:59:15 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have, 'Hobbies.' I'm developing a robust Post-Apocalyptic skill set. )
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