.. is what we would like to consider ourselves.. someday.. I'm still in research mode over tools and tips but I am thinking a lot of gardening and what our set up will be. We now have sod laid down! I can't wait to get some pictures of it. But anyway..
My husband should love this.. He’s been wanting to start up a green house for a while now and we thought loftily that we’d have tons of space for one (or a few). As it were, we only have limited yardage that has to be equal parts garden, play area and relaxation space. The limited space doesn’t need to be a hindrance with a downsized version of the idea, in this
Basically a mini greenhouse (4x4) that is modular for adding on later if desired. This comes with an insect/animal net and clear plastic cover and is over 19 inches deep – room enough for any vegetable to grow. It’s a litter under $400 and shipping is free. I’m sure it will be a very nice investment and something the husband can realistically keep up with.
And for developing seedlings, this double coldframe will probably come in handy (it’s like a mini version of the mini greenhouse). Under $100 and free shipping
This is a mini irrigation system for raised beds. It has 16 mini sprinkler heads and connecting hoses and can irrigate a 4x8 raised bed just fine. Under $40 and free shipping.
Another option for gentle watering is a soaker hose, which basically weeps water. You can lay it down in a garden, cover it with mulch or soil and let it do it’s job. $17
And when it comes to regular raised beds, I think my husband would appreciate the look and quality of real wood beds vs many of the manufactured board ones you see. The price is also nice on these White Cedar beds ($130 for a 4x8 bed, free shipping).
Maybe two of these and two greenhouses? Should have enough room to fit them all in.
And I highly doubt my husband will like the idea of this, but if we’re going for super crunchy hippy here, they’re making some pretty nice old-school style push lawn mowers these days. This brand even sells an attachable grass clipping bag.
At the very least, if saving on gas and carbon emissions isn’t enough you can still get satisfaction of a good workout. :D
Also, we need to consider all the tools necessary to make gardening easier both time-wise and physically. Ergonomic devices are the way to go, with many gadgets to choose from. This set for instance ($54 for the set)
And this Backsaver Grip ($13)
Then I want to start up our own compost operations, which is recycling at its most basic and functional. For this, we’ll want a large compost container – preferably something we can turn easily (every once in awhile). I think anything dark colored will aid in this by using the attracted heat of the sun to further the decomposition process. I’m looking at something like the EZ Compost Wizard – this one can old 12 cubic feet of compost
http://eartheasy.com/yard-garden/composting/ez-compost-wizard-12-cubic-foot-compost-tumbler#overview
And for the kitchen, a small gallon compost crock for collecting food scraps (when full, you add it to your compost heap).
To make composting simpler to transport about the yard, I like the idea of this foldable wheelbarrow – cause lord knows we need all the extra space we can get. ($32)
That cleanairgardening.com site also has a lot of natural/organic solutions for pest and weed management – worth a look-see once we start running into speed bumps, which I’m positive will come. I’m liking the idea of having some birdhouses and ladybug houses and some of the wasp/bee/fly/mosquito deterrents for when we start hanging out in the backyard more when the weather cools.
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