A pretty little wildflower This week we explored our backyard a little more. It was, when we moved in last September, completely dried out, and nearly all dead, with the exception of the apple tree and the tiny pear tree. Slowly, it is coming back to life, and we are gradually making the changes we want.
Yesterday we spent some time exploring our new compost pile, and we did a lot of digging. The kids also spent quite a while just exploring the yard. We saw worms, dicussed composting, planted a limequat tree, and just enjoyed the windy weather.
Yesterday we spent some time exploring our new compost pile, and we did a lot of digging. The kids also spent quite a while just exploring the yard. We saw worms, dicussed composting, planted a limequat tree, and just enjoyed the windy weather.
The new compost pile
Composting in action
We looked up worms in our encyclopedia and online, because the kids wanted to know why they're good for the garden. I found this page, all about worm castings, bacteria, etc. We then looked at the bottom layer of the compost pile, so that the kids could see how yard waste turns into good rich dirt.
Great entry and I loved your compost photos. We must include that in the Green Hour at some point. Compost piles are really a great place to learn so many things. (Maybe it wouldn't work for those that can't have gardens, I will have to think on that one.)
ReplyDeleteAnyway, thanks so much for linking and we are looking forward to the next challenge.
Barb-Harmony Art Mom
What a great place to learn about. Lots of changes going on in a compost pile. ;o)
ReplyDelete~Tina
Cool.
ReplyDeleteG, your pics are gorgeous. And, man, I'm totally loving all the green stuff you've been posting ... Makes a city girl like me get a lil tear in her eye.
our friend is bringing us polywogs soon, shall we hold some for you? maybe you need an outdoor fountain/pond!
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