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Posted in Garden by Lonnie
May 06 2009
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My dad lives in Mexico (and that’s not Mexico, NY!). He retired years ago to a fabulous little town that is a favorite destination for readers of Conde Nast publications: San Miguel de Allende. Dad has always been a gardener, but of flowers, never of foodstuffs. Given his interest, and the fact that it’s been years since he’s seen the flora of Syracuse, I’m putting some pictures of our urban yard – currently in some turmoil – in this post.

Maybe you’ll be inspired to try putting some raised beds in your own yard. Our goal is to have as much food to eat and as little mowing to do as possible.

To view larger images, click on each picture. Use your browser’s “back” button to return to this site. Enjoy!

Daiseys with garden hose
Dandelions
The strawberry bed in the works

Blueberry plants
The inherited rose is growing for the first time in five years
Three black raspberry canes, attacked by woodchuck, are still alive

Peonies, tulips, mint and garlic(?) All came with the house
Basil, thyme, a garlic-like plant and a new bed for tomatoes
Basil for pesto

Strawberries awaiting re-planting in their new bed
Sugar snap peas protected from woodchuck and squirrels
Showy tulip - came with the house

Another showy tulip
You should have seen Dave wielding the axe on these roots!
Tulip - red, white and blue

Lilacs in bloom - smelling so heavenly!

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