Tag Archives: Kohlrabi

Up to 100 Pounds Grown Thanks to Alien Kohlrabi

Posted on August 16, 2011 by earthlytenthomestead

How is that for sensationalistic reporting. The little green and purple Martians brought us up to 100 pounds of produce grown so far. The faces were Mutti’s suggestion. And it’s the logical thing to do, so I went along with … Continue reading →

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Kohlrabi: How Do I Love Thee?

Posted on July 16, 2011 by earthlytenthomestead

Early this spring, when the irises were blooming in the yard, I had a yen to write a haiku poem. Well, now with Minnesota participating in the nation-wide summer heat wave, it’s time to write a passionate sonnet for a … Continue reading →

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Ellie’s Crop Report: June 12, 2011

Posted on June 12, 2011 by earthlytenthomestead

More recently, Ellie has been watching the garden activities from a different window that we leave open for her to sniff out what’s going on during the day. Here are highlights of what’s growing: 1. We thinned the kohlrabi and … Continue reading →

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Ellie’s Crop Report: May 12, 2011

Posted on May 12, 2011 by earthlytenthomestead

Ellie saw Mutti and I planting the five Sunchoke/Jerusalem artichoke roots into a tote partially submerged in the ground. We did this to contain the invasive tubers. We also planted some seed potatoes. Garlic is still coming up nicely. The … Continue reading →

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