The 2003 Left Field Garden Project ... a series about a fruitful endeavor

Planting Time - May 14th

In just two days the rain-soaked garden plot has been transformed into a patchwork of delicate seedlings. Approximately 11 people contributed flowers, herbs, bedding plants and seeds to the effort. Farmer Rick arrived with an entire shoebox full of seed packets. We chose some of the novelty plants such as "Broom Corn" and "Crown of Thorns Gourds" - plants that will arouse curiosity and draw visitors to the garden. As for me, I couldn't resist the "Giant Sunflowers". Watch for them in late summer!

Besides providing the garden fertilizer and box o' seeds, Farmer Rick brings his expertise and creativity to the garden, as he instructed Chris on the "proper" way to plant a hill of squash(right). Mostly, the gardening is about having fun - socializing and sharing while we watch the garden grow. Now that the planting is complete, it's time for to relax for a few weeks, and perhaps gather at the Arboretum or the Rose Garden for a social evening. Watch your e-mail for details if you are on the garden e-mail list.

If you would like to be put on the garden e-mail list, please send a note to Chris Oppegard at cmo52@yahoo.com.

What has been planted so far:
Flowers

Dianthus

Marigold

Snap Dragon

Zihnia

Garlic Chives

Chocolate Mint

Lavender

Savory

Parsley

Sage

Rosemary

Thyme

(do I hear a song?)

Marjoram

Chives

Purple Basil

Catnip

Chamomile

Oregano

Arugala

Cilantro

Sweet Basil

Onions

Peppers

Chard

Carrots

Beets

Radishes

Collards

Beans

Kale

Spinach

Mixed Greens

Mixed Squash

Broom Corn

Tomato

Okra

Cucumbers

Mixed Gourds

Crown of Thorn Gourds

Strawberries

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