I finally got around to starting that raised garden bed you mentioned last month. The wood is all cut and the frame is mostly assembled. I ended up going with cedar since it's naturally rot-resistant and smells amazing. I remembered you said you used pine for yours, so I'm curious how it holds up over time. The soil mix I'm planning is a standard triple mix with some extra perlite for drainage. I'm hoping to get tomatoes and peppers started by early June. I also grabbed a few seed packets of basil and cilantro to plant around the edges. My neighbor stopped by while I was measuring and offered some advice on irrigation, so I might try a simple drip system connected to a rain barrel. Anyway, I just wanted to share the progress since you were the one who inspired me to finally tackle this project. Let me know if you have any tips on keeping the squirrels out because Iw2cJE51Gmv I've heard they can be relentless once the tomatoes start ripening.
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I finally listened to that podcast you recommended about urban foraging. I was skeptical at first, but the episode with the botanist was fascinating. I had no idea how many edible plants are growing right in the neighborhood. They talked about identifying wild berries, mushrooms, and even common weeds like dandelions that are completely edible and nutritious. The host mentioned a few safety rules I hadn't considered, like avoiding areas near busy roads or places that might have been sprayed with pesticides. I was thinking it would be a fun activity to try with the kids next weekend, just walking around the park and seeing what we can identify with a guidebook. There's a whole chapter on edible flowers which I thought was pretty interesting too. I might try making a batch of dandelion jelly just to see how it turns out. Anyway, thanks again for the recommendation. It really opened my eyes to what's growing all around us.