For All of You Garden Lovers {Flowers & Food} #WeSowWeGrow
I started a private Facebook group. Nothing big at all, but a safe space for those of you who are interested in growing flowers or food to be. I know that the last three years of growing food have been pretty amazing for me, and instead of taking up space in the Facebook feeds of others, I decided to create a space for all of those questions and answers to live. PLUS a space for in depth Facebook Live videos if necessary. We can even have guest speakers too!
We've also started our official NFP (not for profit) program the We Sow We Grow Project! We're 501(c)(3) official and we couldn't have done it without all of your support and motivation! We are looking forward to fulfilling our mission to bring food education, food sovereignty, and food love to people all across the nation, but we are SO PROUD to be housed on the south side of Chicago and supporting the community right where we live. You can read more about the specifics of the We Sow We Grow Project >HERE<
A new growing season is quickly approaching, and some people STILL haven't planted their seedlings. Never fear! We're here for you!
I do want people to love growing things as much as I do, and I believe this group might be the key to that. No pressure. No fighting about GMOs or Organic. No talking about larger farming practices because we're all going to be doing what we love, or have dreamed of doing for a bit of time. It will be on our own terms, and we'll reap (ha!) the benefits of our labor all season long.
I can also take this time to tell you about a few gardening/food/farm things that I have been doing. I'm taking part in Hey Let's Grow for the second year in a a row, and it's a group like mine above, but for online influencers. Essentially, I'm doing the same thing that I've been doing with We Sow We Grow, but on another level. It's fun to see gardening aficionados get excited over a certain variety of tomatoes, peppers, or kale.
I'm looking forward to clearing out the large garden area in the coming weeks, and planting items, and also canning, preserving and the fruit (and vegetables) of our labor.
Stay tuned in the coming weeks to see what we're planting and growing, and the recipes that we share from it! If you're wondering what you should plant THIS month, here's a handy chart.
What an awesome idea! I pretty much LIVE for gardening so it sounds like something I would really enjoy!
I plan on doing a little garden with my kids this year. We are going to do the basics like cucumber, tomatoes, and watermelon.
I used to plant a lot as a kid. Some of the crops you listed here and it was always fun since I couldn't get an animal pet.
I always wanted to start a garden but never got around it it. Maybe this year.
I have been considering the idea of a community garden where I live - I love the idea of shared resources! Thanks for the seed guide!
I have my spot tilled up and turning over the fertilizer. Their is a group of us that would in the garden. (It is about 2 acres) The deal with everyone is, you work it, you eat from it. It is a great way to get out and enjoy the sun and meet the neighbors!
It's important to learn which plants are perfect for the season. I love planting herbs and veggies in my garden as much as I can. It's good to have produce right at your home. This list will help a lot of people!
Nice initiative. I would love to try planting on my own also, I hope I can make them live. It's nice to see plants growing.
My dad has a huge farm where he grow all types of fruits and veggies...I just love the work he does
We used to grow a huge vegetable garden when I was younger. I wish I had the space to garden like that now. I have to deal with a no yard situation and grow in pots. I'd really love to grow my own tomatoes, but haven't taken the time to do the research needed on growing them in pots.