Garden expert Ciscoe Morris writes in The Seattle Times, "Obey the Half-Hour Rule." Really great advice... He suggests we spend a half-hour every single day pulling weeds from the garden. That alone will keep weeds manageable and ensure lush, healthy vegetable growth. He writes that weeds compete with vegetables for the nutrients the soil and sun provide, so weeding daily allows the vegetables to get everything they need. Had I only started the half-hour regimen months ago!
Good news - it rained last night! While not as much as we need, it was enough to partially fill up a few of the rain barrels.
(Photo: dragonfly perched out in the 'back40' array of weeds (near the raspberries)
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