I did what you suggested, Michael: I'm (sort of) growing my own food. Being that Ugly Betty is already short on living space, I thought I'd start with the wee bitty herb growing kits I received for Christmas three years ago. And sure, at first glance, those little sprouts look promising. But what if I tell you I've been growing them for OVER A MONTH? And that Fennel and Sage here are the most promising of my crops, as Basil is only limping along while Chives, Oregano, Lavender and Marjoram have downright refused my advances?
At this rate, I won't be able to add flavor to my dishes until sometime in the Spring. Is this the price I have to pay for our love? Or am I doing something wrong?
Please advise.
Fondly,
pollenfan76
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Wanted to add this comment from Rene, who can't seem to connect with Blogger. She's a plant genius:
Dude. I just caught up on your blog posts. It was kind of fun having so many to plow through. Kinda like watching all the episodes of Lost in one sitting. Since Blogger hates me and I am unable to comment, I felt it necessary to advise you on your herbs here, on your Facebook page. Try beating this one Michael Pollan (BTW, reading your first book now and am obsessed with it).
Herbs...
1. See how they are all bending one direction? They are reaching for the light. Turn the pots every other day so they don't bend themselves into oblivion.
2. See how their stems are long and spindly? They should be short, compact and stong, and I won't make a joke about any men here. They need some light and they are overcrowded, sort of like they are riding the 30X. They need to be thinned out so they are not competing for light. And next time, fill the pot a little fuller so they don't have to reach up over the top of the rim to get some sunshine.
3. If you want to start over, you know who to call.
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