After that, pull out the big weeds, trim over-growth and thin out clump growing items. Those items do go into the compost after being mowed up. We are now in agreement on compost in general, and Honey is even learning more about it. A big step forward, is what I'm sayin!
One of the areas that needed a lot of work was the raspberries. I had originally made a border where bricks (you need lots for this, and we did not have that many) are laid in a sideways overlay. It looks wonderful, but I ran out of bricks about half way through. This unfinished border had been an eye-sore for a couple of years, but no longer.
It was time to use what I had, and make it work. Now the border is finished. Not as pretty as an overlay would be, but that's OK. The border is for me, because I already know that those raspberries will not mind. They will not stay in a predetermined area, because nature has other ideas. With a defined border, anything growing out or up from this marked area, will be removed. Otherwise we would be up to raspberry brambles in no time!
New, compost filled boundaries.
Lots of piles were made in the process, they will be mowed up, and added to the compost area along with some shredded brown paper and or newspaper. A couple of quick turns to mix with the veggies etc, will be needed.
Bleeding Heart, is in bloom.
Citronella is coming back.
And the red leaf maple bird condo is about ready to burst open with beautiful color!
And yes, we have rhubarb.
So, now how about that front yard?!
As always, thanks for taking a moment to stop and say hello.
I appreciate your time and your comments.
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10 comments:
Yard and garden clean up is so much work each year, but well worth it. Happy Easter to you and your family.
Its my favorite pass time, I saw two limes on my tree yesterday and got so excited!
What a great feeling of accomplishment! Yard work is theraputic for me. Can't wait to see your yard full of veggies!
Busy, busy! Feels so much better to have it done, I'm sure. Enjoy those raspberries.
I spent Sunday in the yard, too. More weeds, no pine needles. April is a busy month!
Thanks for linking up! I spent Saturday morning cleaning up my beds too!
I'm jealous! I wish I had a yard to clean-up, lol! One of the things I dislike about living downtown.
Looks like you will be whipping up some great recipes this summer with raspberries and rhubarb to start. Looks good.
Wow, Melynda! I totally love what you are doing in your garden right now! It is really, really, hard work getting your garden ready. Once that's done, another round of hard work, sowing and planting! But then all the backaches and pain, will be worthwhile when you harvest your beautiful homegrown veggies and fruits! Wish I have the garden space like yours! Looking forward to see the progress of your beautiful garden!
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It looks like you are well on your way. I love your bird houses!
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