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NebraskaDave

Yippie Skippie, the tomatoes and bell peppers are planted. The cucumbers were planted several days ago. The journey toward harvest has begun. My mouth is already salivating thinking about that first tomato cucumber salad. Ah, be still my heart. The sweet ... more

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Name Nebraska Dave
Birthday August 24, 1947
Gender Male
Family 2 daughters, 1 son, 5 grand daughters, 1 grandson.
About Me 5'11'' tall, a little over weight, Santa Claus beard, bald but have lots of energy and interests.
Interests Really like to read homesteading and gardening books, magazines, and blogs. Gardening, fishing, and challenging backyard projects.
Favorite Quote Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well-preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, covered in scars, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming, Wow what a ride.

Location

Street Address 9646 Ruggles St.
City Omaha
State | Province | Region Nebraska
Country United States of America
Phone Number 402-571-8335
Website URL http://olddavesgarden.blogspot.com/

My Garden Facts

Plant Hardiness Zone 5a
Acreage / Lot Size 50 X 100 foot
Garden Sq. Ft. 160 square feet
Farm / Garden Name Urban Ranch
Main Crops tomatoes, Green peppers, Onions, Potatoes, and Cucumbers.
Climate Type: Hot during summer, cold during winter, high humidity.

May 9, 2012 5:19:43 AM PDT

in the topic lighting for indoor seedlings in the forum Veggie Plot

Yeah, Pennsylvania girl in Idaho really does have an awesome seed starting station, doesn't she? I am envious with you Grandma.
May 6, 2012 3:21:37 PM PDT

in the topic Hello from Canada 'eh! in the forum New "Neighbors"

Grandma, I too have a tendency to jump the gun and start seeds too early. This year the warm weather would have allowed me to start early but I didn't trust the weather and continually made myself wait for the right date to start the seeds and plant them outside. It could be that now the weather will turn hot and dry and it would have been better to plant earlier. This weather cycle we are in is difficult to figure out just what to do. Maybe the key is what you have done. Have two seed starting dates and if one doesn't make then the other will. Thanks for sharing your experiences with nature.
April 23, 2012 6:47:24 PM PDT

in the topic seedlings wilting when placed outside in trays? in the forum Veggie Plot

Danielle, I'd say that the wilting was from lack of water. Be careful not to over water them. I water my seedlings every morning at the base root level.
April 17, 2012 4:00:53 PM PDT

in the topic raised beds vs one big garden plot vs one big raised bed in the forum Veggie Plot

Danielle, I am having both raised beds and open garden areas. The open garden area will be the sweet corn, pumpkins, and water melons. The raised bed area will be tomatoes, cucumbers, and bell peppers. Raised beds are good for zucchini, broccoli, and all the salad stuff like lettuce, radishes, spinach, and mesclun. So I'm thinking there's a place for both types of gardening. It just depends on what you like.
April 7, 2012 6:55:00 AM PDT

in the topic Hi There!!! in the forum New "Neighbors"

BriarRose, welcome to Freedome Gardens Community. I'm sure you can find many things to tease your interests here in this community. Unfortunately my gardening was put on hold during the teenage years so no advice on how to blend them together. Now during my retired years I've returned to gardening and am enjoying it to the fullest. I hope to be bartering this year with sweet corn for eggs with a neighbor. Well, that is if the wild turkeys, raccoons, rabbits, and deer don't eat it all. :0) Good luck with balancing all your life experiences. It can be a real challange at times.

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