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  • Welcome to AZ! Indeed I do still consider myself a beginning gardener...moving toward improving as now I don't kill everything I plant. My husband helps me a great deal. We moved here from upstate NY 9 1/2 years ago but I'm originally from CA. I have the same interests you mentioned. I'm thinking about joining the next Permaculture training. I attend some of the classes on Sat. and hope we can meet up there. I live in NW Phoenix off Happy Valley and I-17. I agree with the compost tip below - I do same things but dig it in around yard and in one big pile. I cover it and it turns into compost real quick. See you soon!
  • Hi Mary Ann - Are you still going to the class tomorrow?
  • Hi Mary Ann - I posted a message to you but can't see it anywhere. Anyway, thank you for the offer of a ride! My phone is 623 974-1166 - call me at your convenience to arrange the meetingplace. By the way, you may want to RSVP that you are attending the event. Talk to you soon! A.
  • Hi Mary Ann, I have some vegetables growing, my squash plant looks pathetic, I think lack of sunshine, did yours produce much? I should have gone with raised beds as I bought lots of vegetable seeds in Sept. I was optomistic that the caliche wouldn't be as bad in the back garden as out front, but it was a tedious chore to break up and then to sift it out, move it to the desert side where it is useful for my rain water harvesting project by creating swales and berms with it. I am just getting ready to plant a bunch of greens my favorite is Swiss Chard "Bight Lights" it is almost too pretty to eat, plus it shrinks a lot when you cook it, as well as Kale, Spinach, Lettuces and a whole bunch of stuff. A roommate that gardens would be ideal, are you currently renting a place? Chris
  • Welcome to Arizona, once you settle in you will love it. A roommate who has taken the "Designing a Vegetable Garden" is the type of person I am looking for, that's why I put a notice on this site, rather leary of posting on craigslist . I hope to find someone who would appreciate this place. I love cats, but there are big hawks, some huge owls and coyotes wander thru once in awhile, so it is a gamble having them or small dogs. Call me sometime and I will give you a garden tour. Chris
  • I have family in Indiana. I love that country. I love the farms.
  • What a nice offer - I'd love to get your help and show you what I do...and for you to share what you know too. Sounds terrific! Bon voyage on your Indiana trip - leave me a message when you're back! 623 974 1166 And start saving your kitchen compost (veg & fruit) - we'll use it in the raised beds!
  • Welcome! Hope to meet you at one of the activities... If you're interested in raised beds using adobe-cob, you're welcome to join us on Nov 22 in the afternoon out in Sun City. It's my way of sharing some info and meeting some of the SW Permies group.
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Mary Ann Zoeller replied to Robert Brown's discussion Shading a vegetable garden in Soil Builders
"I appreciate this discussion as i'm overdue to protect my tomatoes and looking for less expensive options. good to learn that the sprawl is better. not my traditional method but this year used straw (was shocked at that price) underneath and let…"
Jun 24, 2012
Mary Ann Zoeller left a comment for Christie Carroll
"Hi Christie. I too am trying to understand what communication is private. When I'm able to get a truck, I'd like to get some manure but it won't likely be anytime in next month due some other activities that are occuring. "
Jan 29, 2012
Mary Ann Zoeller replied to Anthea's discussion ORGANIC COW MANURE in Archived-Southwest Valley Permies
"Anthea, I have yet to stop by see your progress in Sun City. While visiting a client last year, I think I passed your place but not sure if I'd ever locate you again.
I'f you'd like to split a truck load of manure, I could help load and unload; four…"
Jan 29, 2012
Mary Ann Zoeller replied to Anthea's discussion ORGANIC COW MANURE in Archived-Southwest Valley Permies
"So glad to stumble back into this string and discover your recent post. I would be interested in getting some manure if I'm able to borrow a truck. What would suit you?
I'm not far west. 43rd Ave and Glendale area."
Jan 29, 2012
Mary Ann Zoeller left a comment for Christopher Henggeler
"Hi Christopher. Don't know that we've met personally although have been a member for couple yrs. I'm requesting to 'friend' you as I see you've become active in at least getting some classes announced and organized wish to communicate about this…"
Oct 11, 2011
Catherine, The Herb Lady replied to Mary Ann Zoeller's discussion Nitrogen fixing cover this fall in Soil Builders
"Hi Mary Ann,
 
Another discussion might be of help to you.
 
http://www.phoenixpermaculture.org/forum/topics/how-do-you-plant-a-...
 
Possibly the alfafa suggestion would be the most appropriate for you, but read through."
Oct 7, 2011
Mary Ann Zoeller posted a discussion in Soil Builders
I have sm yard and wanted to plant a cover crop yet this yr if not too late . I welcome feedback.            Is there enough time yet to get benefit of both Nitrogen and aeration of the clay soil?               Would you recommend red clover, hairy…
Oct 6, 2011
Mary Ann Zoeller replied to Mary Ann Zoeller's discussion Wood chips to avoid in Soil Builders
"Thank you all for taking the time to share.
I don't have palm trees, thank God. But wasn't sure when they were more likely to 'sow their seed' and whether the actual trunk was useful or something to avoid. I'm still pulling up blades of Palm that…"
Jun 30, 2011
Catherine, The Herb Lady replied to Mary Ann Zoeller's discussion Wood chips to avoid in Soil Builders
"Hi Linda, and All,
 
The bunnies definetly like young and new - if the problem is a real pain, I put short 'chicken wire' hats over new growth/transplants until the plants reach up taller.  That seems to distract the bunnies long enough for them to…"
Jun 30, 2011
Linda Enger replied to Mary Ann Zoeller's discussion Wood chips to avoid in Soil Builders
"any chance of it helping with rabbits or do you other suggestion on that. Most of my varied planting are outside of walled in fence. Not gotten up fencing around them individually yet and everyday I see the effects of some thing's munching.…"
Jun 30, 2011
Catherine, The Herb Lady replied to Mary Ann Zoeller's discussion Wood chips to avoid in Soil Builders
"You are welcome :-)  I love cats (along with just about every other critter), just not digging in the yard."
Jun 30, 2011
Linda Enger replied to Mary Ann Zoeller's discussion Wood chips to avoid in Soil Builders
"Cathy,Interesting variation on a theme! thanks
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Jun 29, 2011
Catherine, The Herb Lady replied to Mary Ann Zoeller's discussion Wood chips to avoid in Soil Builders
"Hi Linda,
 
Regarding cats - without harming them - I read a number of years ago of a technique, and have used it successfully to keep roaming cats out of the beds.  Looks funky but works great without damage.  Purchase very cheap, in large enough…"
Jun 28, 2011
Linda Enger replied to Mary Ann Zoeller's discussion Wood chips to avoid in Soil Builders
"I use cut palm fronds to create more shade around beds and propped up against white fence wall behind beds to cut back on harsh light and heat from wall. I also use palm on ground around bed instead of hay ( not the sharp spiky palm fronds though…"
Jun 28, 2011
OceanLyons replied to Mary Ann Zoeller's discussion Wood chips to avoid in Soil Builders
"My beds were originally filled with a mixture that contained palm. It takes forever to break down, but does hold water well."
Jun 26, 2011
Catherine, The Herb Lady replied to Mary Ann Zoeller's discussion Wood chips to avoid in Soil Builders
"Hi Mary Ann,
 
Palm is essentially a very tall piece of grass - may not make good mulch if that is what you are looking for - it can certainly be chopped up.  I can't think of a problem with eucalytis.  Oleander is a NO/NO, any fruit tree is fine. …"
Jun 26, 2011
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