Beyond our deer-proof fencing, on the upward slope leading to the entrance of our house, we have several gardens bordered by rock. My aspiration was to plant as many edibles as possible in this area, but it’s a big challenge growing food where deer roam daily, grazing and razing every palatable morsel to the ground. Here are suggestions for deer-proof shrubs, trees and … [Read more...] about Growing food where deer roam
Grow Food
Sharing the harvest
If you have garden space to spare or a fruit tree that produces more apples, pears or plums than you can use, there may be an organization near you eager to plant vegetables in that space or pick that fruit to distribute or sell in your community. Connecting locally grown food with people in the community is the goal of these groups, all dedicated to making the most of urban … [Read more...] about Sharing the harvest
