Slow and steady, that's our pace. Slow and steady wins the race!

           Let me just start by saying that I am so glad I ended up taking this class. With a 3-hour block right beforehand, I considered saving it for a different semester. But I decided to stick with it after all, and I know that this was definitely the right decision. Even though I came back to my house with dirt smeared everywhere and an unmistakeable odor lingering behind me (some unfortunate medley of sweat, dirt, fertilizer, and more sweat), my roommates can attest to the fact that I was in a great mood. I should remember to look back to this post when my plants start dying and I realize that my mom wasn't kidding when she said I was destined to kill all living things, courtesy of her.

              Anyways, today was planting day! I am plot 25, located in the party corner (we may not know what's going on, but at least we're clueless together). I am happy to report that my plot neighbors seem really nice and I look forward to reveling at my successes and mourning my failures alongside them (I'm a little wary of the eggplants...they were drooping before the day was even done). I guess this blog is supposed to be primarily about what we learn in the classroom though, so I should get down to the nitty gritty.

            Some of the pros to seeding include cheaper cost, easy transportation, buy in bulk, and storage capabilities for some types of seeds. Cons for seeing are that the whole process takes more time, and the germination rate may exhibit some variation. Pros to using transplants are that the planter gets a jump start on the growing process, the plants are more likely to grow successfully, grafting is possible, and bad weather can be avoided. Cons to using transplants include higher cost, quicker expiration dates, and increased difficulty of transportation.

        My garden has LOTS of variety. Today, I planted (by way of seeding) okra, zucchini, Sun Burst squash,sunflowers, cucumber, scallions, carrots (all 3 varieties), beans (all 3 varieties), basil, cilantro, and zinnias. I transplanted tomatoes (both types), Ladybug peppers, AJ peppers, Gourmet Orange bell peppers, Red Knight bell peppers, and eggplants. Still to come: cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli (or not?), lettuce, radishes, beets, and peas!


             Below are some pictures of my plot/the party corner. It will look more impressive in a few week's time--promise.

My plot in all of its glory!

This eggplant looks promising.

Another view of my plot (and the party corner!)