Magical Mystery Closet

Here is our seed growing operation. All the magic happens in our guest room closet. First, it grew baby chicks, now it is growing baby broccoli. The setup involves a regular shop light hanging from the closet rod, a card table and little potting pots.

Hot tip: The first few weeks, plants don't need a full spectrum of light, so any fluorescent light will do.

But if you don't have a shop light or extra closet, you can also just use a window. Here is when Dirtiest Kid in the World was just a baby! AWWWWW. Please avert your eyes for one moment to see our old seed growing operation in the back window.

So moving on, we currently have Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Kale, Bok Choy, and Onions growing in our closet.

Outside we direct seeded summer squash (patty pan, zucchinis) and basil. This will be the last round for those before it cools off.

Then we direct seeded green beans and dill which you can plant all month. Dilly bean alert! It is also the beginning of the season to plant your fall cover crops, read alfalfa or harry vetch.

Lastly, a friend asked when to purchase veggie transplants for fall. Those should be available for purchase in the next few weeks.

We've got everything you need, roll up for the mystery tour. - The Beatles