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Month: June 2017

So thankful for generous neighbors

So thankful for generous neighbors

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I was looking for some water tanks that no longer hold water, so that I could make some raised beds.  I’m not as young as I used to be and I think these tanks will be easier on my back.  Also, hoping that bermuda grass will not get in them, like it has in the past.  Well, a very sweet neighbor offered us these.  We will put them to use and give her vegetables for years to come.  Thankfully, my husband was able to do some welding for her too.  Funny how things work out.  I love when this happens.

I’ll post pics of the beds in use in the months to come…Now I’ve got to fill them permaculture style!  Can’t wait!

Nopalitos

Nopalitos

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Turns out, Nopales are easy to propagate.  Now I feel silly for paying $30 dollars for the mamma plant.  It was worth it to show support for the Mostly Natives plant sale, which usually happens every April.

I’m not sure what the common name is for this plant..prickly pear?  In Spanish, they are called Nopales and you make Nopalitos out of them.  They are delicious.  I wish I knew how to cook them.