Recent content by VickiLynn

Yesterday, I was testing the pH of my garden soil, and since I had the kit out, I also tested the pH of my used coffee grounds. It came up with 6.0 (slightly acid). This was Eight O'Clock Coffee - not sure if all brands would be the same. So I'm feeding it to my blueberry and lilac bushes.

I grew blue potatoes this year, too. When I tried boiling some, the water turned blue. They are good, but the production was not as good as it was with the other two kinds of potatoes I grew, so not sure if I'll give them the garden space again next year. Although I do LOVE bringing them out...

Your A frame greenhouse looks a lot like our chicken tractor. I was wondering what to do with it after we have completed our permanent coop. You just gave me a great idea :thumbsup

This is the kind you can buy: http://www.amazon.com/Victorio-Magnetic-Canning-Lid-Lifter/dp/B001DLTHJA/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&s=home-garden&qid=1277243441&sr=1-3 I never thought of making my own. Good idea!

I just canned some apples using the Tattler Lids. I've only canned one other time in my life, so I'm no expert as far as comparing the lids. I was worried about having to line-up the rubber ring with the cap, but they went together easily. Unfortunately, since the lids are plastic, I...