Category Archives: Cold Frame

Growing fresh lettuce in the dead of winter! Am I crazy?

Posted on September 17, 2010 by forsythkid

Yes, I am but that’s a story for another time. To check out this particular bit of craziness, please click here! The graph at left represents the actual temperatures for the week ending December the 20th, 2009. Note that while … Continue reading →

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Now’s the time to plan your spring garden!

Posted on February 8, 2010 by forsythkid

Sure, winter is in full spring. As I write this it’s snowing outside and the temperatures are expected to drop into the teens over the next few days. So why even talk about gardening? Well, I’m not actually talking about … Continue reading →

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Say Yes to an Early Spring Salad!

Posted on January 9, 2010 by forsythkid

Sure, it might be winter outside right now, but before you know it spring will be rushing past! That’s why even in January, I’m making seed purchases and getting ready for a fantastic garden salad harvest that will be ready … Continue reading →

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There’s Nothing Like a Homegrown Spring Salad!

Posted on April 26, 2009 by forsythkid

My cold frames have continued to produce a bountiful crop of early spring lettuce. Continue reading →

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Survival Garden Planning

Posted on March 27, 2009 by forsythkid

In the event of a national or global disaster, your backyard garden may be all the lies between you and starvation. Continue reading →

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Cold Frames Now Paying Off

Posted on March 10, 2009 by forsythkid

The cold frames are now paying off at last. Continue reading →

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Get Ready – Get Set….

Posted on February 16, 2009 by forsythkid

Seed starting begins now. Hey it’s February already! Continue reading →

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Forsyth Ice Storm Aftermath

Posted on January 31, 2009 by forsythkid

An ice storm hits Missouri with a vengeance. Continue reading →

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Cold Frame Update – Early January 09

Posted on January 6, 2009 by forsythkid

First harvest of Cold Frame veggies in January. Continue reading →

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Cold Frame Update – End of December

Posted on December 26, 2008 by forsythkid

It’s almost the end of December, the 27th actually and I finally got out to check on the health of my romaine, lettuce and radish plants. They reside in two small cold frames in my front yard and would no … Continue reading →

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