Potager Sleeps under Ontario Snow Photos
wyndyacre
7 years ago
Featured Answer
Sort by:Oldest
Comments (10)
wyndyacre
7 years agoblueocean m
7 years agoRelated Discussions
Need A Garden Buddy in Northern Ontario... April
Comments (11)Hi Hubs brought up two more bags of amarayllis last night for me,,, and one pot has two flower stalks in it and another 1 flower stalk growing, the other pots in the bag are doing nothing, so hopefully they will all stagger their blooming time, so I don't get over run with amaryllis. I still have two bags down there. Some of my geraniums I saved from last year didn't make it, but a few did, plus I'm trying to root cuttings in a vase too. Did a few more cuttings of petunias too and will see if the older cuttings have gotten roots on them yet and transplant them if they have. If all of them root I'm going to have to set up the lights in the basement. LOL I also started some tomato seeds. I still have marigolds to start, which I usually start in April. I am really trying to cut back this year so I can enjoy the garden more and not be running around so much taking care of potted plants. But I always say that. *S* We had a few nice days but the weather turned cold and we got more snow. It is suppose to be going up to 17C this coming week, that will be great if it happens! The snow will really melt fast then. I'm really get sick of not being able to get out into the garden and am getting a little stir crazy. Marcia, yes Claire started petunias from seeds and wanted to know if the leaves were round when they first come up. I have also found that the daffs I have bought from the Cancer Society some years don't do anything either, but this year they all bloomed and looked really nice. I would keep cutting the petunias back, just a bit after the flower is finished so it stays bushy, don't know about the canna. Does that need a dormant period after blooming? Gale, might be able to help u with that one. I have never grown them before. And yes, could u please take a picture of a petunia seed pod. I even had son look for them last year and he couldn't find any either. They must be there, but we just don't know what they look like. LOL Take care Debbie :-)...See Morepotager site/layout
Comments (4)I have a similar situation to yours--a slight slope, but very visible. Ours is in our side yard, but fully visible from many of the main rooms of the house, as well as the outdoor entertaining spaces. In our case, we're choosing to level the site because we're making it quite a formal potager with wooden raised beds, gravel paths, etc. I don't have a photo of the area, which is currently buried under about 18" of snow, so I will try to describe it: I'm putting in 8 4x4 beds with 4' gravel paths between (think of a grid but with the center bed missing; that space will have an armillary). The eastern side extends into a slope which then slopes up much more sharply a few feet later, ending in an old stone wall with woods beyond. We are planning to level about a 5' by 28' area for the gravel path, and use the soil we removed to terrace a small section immediately above (to the east of) the gravel path. This terrace will probably include a small stacked stone wall of two or three courses using found stone from the property. That will tie in nicely with the ancient stone wall about 15-20' further up the slope, and I can use that terrace to plant blueberries, which will be a beautiful addition to the potager....See MoreIf you could change one thing about your potager...
Comments (17)mr toad- What a good idea to have the apple trees espaliered along the edge of the garden! I am going to cheat a little and put two dwarf apple trees along the back of the "fairy garden" which is close to the potager. If I wasn't leaving such a big area for the grape arbor, I would have more room, but I've always wanted a big grape arbor with a table and chairs underneath. Our neighbor had one years ago and I just loved it! He had the most wonderful concord grapes and would let us eat all we wanted...great guy. When he moved, the new owners cut down all the grapes :( If I had been older, I would have tried to save a few starts, but I was only about 8 years old at the time. However, it has inspired me to plan my entire kitchen garden around the grape arbor!...See MoreNew Potager Photos Anyone?
Comments (29)Those are just 2" by 12" pine lumber like you would get at Home Depot. I went with the cheapest I could get, thinking by the time it had to be replaced I could replace it with something more permanent, like stone. So far it has lasted pretty well. The wood for the small 2' by 2' beds at either end is two years old. The longer beds are made mostly from lumber I bought last year. I think I will probably get at least a couple more years out of these boards, if not more. Here's an updated pic. I went ahead with the planting even though I don't have the arbor or gate done, and the center bed is still in progress. I have sweet potato slips arriving next week, and plan to plant them in that bed. I'm trying to be patient but its hard because I know it would look a lot better if I could just find the time and energy to carry out the rest of my plans. I'm grateful for all the rain this spring, as last year's drought was terrible, but it seems to always come on the weekends, which keeps me inside looking out longingly into the back yard lol! I really need a higher fence and a proper gate though, as my son's Jack Russell terrorist is driving me crazy! Somehow she has figured out how to get in despite my efforts. I think she must be leaping over it, which means I need a four foot fence I guess....See Morewyndyacre
7 years agoblueocean m
7 years agowyndyacre
6 years agowyndyacre
6 years agomazerolm_3a
6 years agowyndyacre
6 years ago
Related Stories
LIFEHouzz Call: Who'll Post the First Snow Photo of 2013?
If the weather's been flaky in your neck of the woods, please show us — and share how you stay warm at home
Full StoryHOUZZ TOURSMy Houzz: Honoring the Past, Building for the Future in Ontario
A Canadian family’s ski chalet soars to new heights with a light-filled addition
Full StoryBEDROOMS8 Quick Fixes to Cozy Up Your Sleep Space
Autumnal hues and rich textures will help create a snug bedroom you won’t want to leave
Full StoryPETS50 Dog Photos Worth a Wag
Design hounds: Share in the pet love with Houzzers' snapshots of their beloved dogs at home, in the workshop and at play
Full StoryHOUZZ TOURSMy Houzz: Flashes of Industrial Style in a Modern-Rustic Dream Home
In this picture-perfect getaway, you can sleep under the stars without leaving your bed — and heated brick floors keep toes warm
Full StoryLIFEShare Your Winter Storm Jonas Photos and Survival Tips!
Let’s see your pictures and hear your ideas on how you’re keeping your house warm and staving off cabin fever
Full StorySUMMER GARDENINGPhoto Gallery: Summer Gardens Take a Bow
Home gardeners amazed us with photos of their flower beds, sheds and outdoor rooms. Take a look and get ideas for fall planting time
Full StoryLIFE6 Ways to Beat the Winter Blahs
Snow and dark days dampening your spirits? These ideas will have you looking on the bright side
Full StoryLIFEIs Cabin Fever Real? Share Your Story
Are snow piles across the U.S. leading to masses of irritability and boredom? We want to hear your experience
Full StoryMORE ROOMSA Bedroom Lets Go to Gain Elegance and Serenity
Cluttered and outdated, this Ontario bedroom needed purging before it could take on a more sophisticated style
Full Story
blueocean m