Our apologies for not blogging this past month; we’ve been so busy at the garden that we’ve barely been indoors! Since we last wrote, our garden has really taken off. We spent most of May and early June digging, irrigating and planting the beds. We planted the full gamut of market vegetables—squash, beans, peas, tomatoes, leeks, lettuce, broccoli, brussel sprouts, beets, carrots, potatoes, corn, peppers, eggplant, kale, chard, radishes, onions, turnips, and herbs. How beautiful it has been to watch the land grow greener!
For the most part, our plants seem to be doing well. Colorado had a cold, dry spring this season, but warmer temperatures and more frequent rain in the past few weeks have spurred much growth. Our biggest setbacks thus far have been a hailstorm that came through recently and some mishaps in the design of our irrigation. Despite these minor problems, we have already harvested some greens, radishes, broccoli, beets, and peas.
Approximately two weeks ago we went to our first farmer’s market. We will be selling our produce at a small stand there all summer, as a means of engaging with community members and local farmers, learning about the alternative food movement, and raising a bit more money for future projects. Thus far, our customers seem very receptive to the idea of a “student garden”, which is great!
Last week, two groups of preschool students visited the garden to help us plant and paint decorative rocks. They really seemed to enjoy the garden and were very helpful!
We at the CC Student garden hope that you are all enjoying the summer and finding time to spend in either your own or community gardens!
