Maple Springs Ranch 2013

I've decided after the sad crops from last year I need to work on my soil content.  I have 3 of the beds sitting as lasagna gardens since the fall and I will continue to add to those.  I need to do a bit more research into the good things to add to my soil so my vegetable will grow and yield a lot more than the measly handfuls I received last year.

But all my flowers are making an appearance to make me smile

The kiss of the sun for pardon,
The song of the birds for mirth,
One is nearer God's heart in a garden
Than anywhere else on earth
                                                Dorothy Frances Gurney

My favorite in the garden right now is this peony

A few years ago I discovered figs and how amazing they taste!  I also discovered how expensive they are from the local Farmers Market :o  I decided to plant a fig tree last year but research told me I would be waiting a few years to enjoy any of the delicious, juicy, fantastic fruit.  Look what I found on my little 2' tall tree this afternoon

yes...that is a tiny fig starting to grow!!  

Gardening is so rewarding sometimes :)