Memorial Day

Memorial Day is a time to honor and remember those who have lost their lives in military service. It is hard to comprehend the sacrifices our soldiers and their families make in protecting our freedom. Some, like my high school friend, Claire Estiponal, give the ultimate sacrifice. Her son JJ, a private in the Marine Corp, lost his young life in Afghanistan last year. I feel great humility as I offer gratitude to Claire and all the families whose loss is for all of us.

As I look out over our beautiful gardens  I see the new growth taking hold. I see the beautiful cycle of life that surrounds us. If we prepare the soil, nurture the seedlings, and water and weed with care, in a remarkably short period of time, we are rewarded with a bounty of sustenance for the body and soul.  It reminds me that whatever we do on this earth, if we do  it with honor, care, and respect, then it is a job well-done.

To JJ and all the soldiers protecting us, thank you for your honor, your courage, and always a job well done!

Spring has Sprung!

Wow! What a busy winter we have had at Rising Fawn Gardens. The biggest project completed was a 20' x 96' hoop house. We built the hoop house as a means to bring our customers our best, fresh produce for a longer season. All of the hoop house plants began from seeds tenderly nurtured through the late winter under grow lights. Once the transplants were delivered to the rich soil in the hoop house, they totally took off! Within weeks, vibrant green plants are now ready to harvest and enjoy!

                             Steve and our granddaughter Sarah Claire...sweet


Our first lettuces, spinach, and radishes are ready to harvest, and the bush beans and tomatoes are growing everyday. Out in the fields, planting is underway as well. First, Steve planted garlic, onions, snow peas, carrots, and beets. The next wave of planting included various greens, lettuces, herbs, nasturtium, and four types of potatoes! Stay tuned for more planting and harvesting info!

 Yes! Spring has officially arrived in the gardens! We will harvest our first pick of spinach, baby mixed lettuces, sorrel, Asian greens and radishes on Wednesday and  bring our bounty to the Main Street Farmers Market  that day (April 18) from 4-6 pm.
Please come see us and enjoy the pleasure of buying and eating food fresh from our garden to your table!

Check out the link to the Main St Farmers Market for all the market details!

mainstfarmersmarket.com/

Gardening is about enjoying the smell of things growing in the soil, getting dirty without feeling guilty, and generally taking the time to soak up a little peace and serenity.  ~Lindley Karstens, noproblemgarden.com

Our First Experience at the Main Street Market!

Last Wednesday, after hours of harvesting squash, tomatoes, green beans, wax beans and, of course, sunflowers, we took our first trip to the Main Street Market.  We loved being a part of this group of local farmers!  Here is a picture of one of our many sunflowers.   

Here we are at the market.  It was a hot day, but we had a great time.

Come see us next week- the market starts at 4:00 and lasts until 6:00, but we suggest coming early to get the first pick of our produce!