Patience Pays Off…
Welcome to August! While July is usually a pretty warm month it was unseasonable mild. I didn’t mind the low temps, but the tomatoes and summer veggies were not super thrilled. Patience will be needed even more this year as some of the summer veggies will be a bit delayed because of the lack of warm weather. You might also be experiencing white powder mildew because of the foggy mornings. Be sure to take a look at the June Newsletter for issues with pests.
Did you know that only 6.8% of the US population actually understands what regenerative agriculture is? This is up from 4% in 2023. Regenerative agriculture is farming, gardening in the cycles of nature with the focus on building ecosystems. By using less disturbance to the soil, no till methods, planed animal grazing and cover crops it is better for the planet and the animals that inhabit it.
By building healthy soils and promoting biodiversity, regenerative agriculture helps land become more resilient to extreme weather events like droughts, floods, and heatwaves. It also contributes to carbon sequestration (pulling excess carbon from the atmosphere) to slow climate change.
Keeping soil covered in plant life helps to keep soil temperatures down and retain more rainfall. When soil is completely dried out then it loses its ability to hold water, which means extreme rain run off and our top soils being washed away.
As you can see the benefits are immense! Hence, we have to get the WORD OUT! I have an action for you all, please share this newsletter with 5 friends and explain why regenerative agriculture / gardening is CRITICAL to the survival of the planet. We are so much better when we work together in community and have a greater impact together!
Education is one of the biggest reasons I started this business - we can all make an impact in our own gardens! If you want in depth, inspirational refresh please watch the Kiss the Ground film!! Kiss the Ground
August is a mellow month patiently waiting for all garden gems ripening in the warmer temps. Be sure to pick summer veggies often to ensure a bountiful garden through fall and of course so animals don’t enjoy the literal fruits of your labor. :) I have had a number of clients ask if there is time to still plant some summer veggies. You have time to plant cucumbers, peppers, a few tomatoes, herbs, beans, corn and so many more.
Of course you can also add new pollinator plants too! Be sure to deeply water new plantings to ensure they survive through the warmer days. All new plants and veggies need a water to have nice deep roots. I love planting another round of zinnias and cosmos to my garden to ensure many blooms in the fall. Lastly, you can also seed your fall veggies indoors now as well!
Luma Front Yard Farming was featured in the Made Local Magazine. Be sure to get your hands on it to read up on all the information! The July / August issue is available now at Petaluma Market and my favorite Penngrove Market. :) Made Local Magazine
I love sharing why regenerative ag is critical to health of our planet. We are greater together in community. I would so appreciate you sharing this newsletter with friends or family! We can all do our part in our small spaces.
We are here to support you in getting the garden of your dreams that is beneficial for the planet too. Schedule a consultation today to find out how!
