High Elevation Gardening Web Log "Blog"

We had many volunteers this week: Karen Kent, David Hockman, Leslie Penick, Elsie Ellils (my Mom), and Allison Daley. David continued to dig holes for our roses, perennials and a new sign to designate us as a National Wildlife Habitat site. Karen continued to care for the roses (pruning and watering). Leslie brought us another load of compost and weeded. My Mom watered the back East garden. Allison Daley helped with the rose garden and did some much needed weeding. I did weeding and cleaning in the East part of the garden and got the raised bed ready to plant. Laura helped David get in the roses and perennials, and watered the South garden for Norm Erickson who is on vacation.

For May 18th the plans for the day include:
Removing poles from trees, fertilizing, and making sure tree rings are adequate.
Fertilizing the roses.
Weeding and cleaning the Inferno strips.
Planting lettuce, radishes and spinach in the raised bed.
Starting a path to the rose garden from the parking lot.
Creating a brick pad for another bench.

As you can see there are many choices for activities, so come join in the fun. We will also be in the garden on Saturday May 20th, from 9am-12pm. We have a crew of high school students from Coconino High to do some much needed weeding. If Thursday doesn't work for you come on Saturday.

As usual water and snacks will be provided. Come with hat, gloves and sun protection. Park on Turquoise or in the Congregational Church lot on Turquoise just past Switzer.

Today's Quote
We have a choice: to plow new ground or let the weeds grow.
Jonathan Westover

Thanks,
Loni Shapiro