Looking ahead to the 2014 Gardening Season!! And, I'm excited!!

Hi, All - I ordered some of my plants and seeds for my garden from Burpee.com yesterday. I am going to try this delicious-sounding vegetable: As I've said previously, my garden is in containers on my veranda with an easterly exposure. I receive just about 'enough' direct sunlight plus I have a man-made lake below which reflects the sunlight also; and between everything, I manage to have a very productive garden. http://www.burpee.com/vegetables/peas/pea-peas-in-a-pot-prod002732.html

Any other 'container gardeners' out there? My best, Pam Pam's Fab Photos

Looking ahead to Gardening...

Here is a photo of one of my favorite things to grow: It's a Lemon Cucumber.

This is the BEST cucumber I've ever eaten. It's mild and crunchy, and easy to grow; one you get the plant started. Since I garden in containers on my veranda, I need to maximize my space and I have purchased some very helpful products from Gardners.com I've included their blog in my roll. I'd love to hear from anyone who wants to 'talk gardening' with me! My best, Pam Pam's Fab Photos

In the Gardening catagory -

I'm looking ahead to gardening in the not too distant future now...I'll start some things by seed outdoors in March. It will be things like spinach, lettuce, arugula, etc. - things that prefer the cooler temperatures; in fact, 'cold' is fine too. And, gardening reminds me of 'pest control' and that takes me to 'Ladybugs'. Ladybugs, and in particular, their larvae are real workhorses. And, I thought to share one of my photographs with you all, in case you don't know what a 'baby ladybug' (aka larvae) looks like.

The larvae is pictured on the left hand side of the photo and the newly-formed (infant) ladybug is on the right. It's quite fascinating, I think. I couldn't take my eyes off of them while they were going through their process on my veranda. And, I can't wait until I'll have them here again to help me tend to my garden when spring arrives. Enjoy! Pam Pam's Fab Photos

One of my favorite foods to grow! It's a Lemon Cucumber!

Hi, Everyone! I know I'm pushing the season a bit. But, gosh! All the seed catalogs are arriving by mail daily and I am reminded that it really won't be too very long before I can start gardening again. I'd love to hear from you! Have you had the pleasure of eating these wonderful cucumbers? They are mild and crunchy! Yum! My best, Pam Pam's Fab Photos