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TYPHOON AMPIL PAYS A VISIT 🤩🐶
Typhoon Ampil brought lots of rain but didn’t do any damage to the garden. Beforehand, I made some changes and retired some plants to prepare for the autumn-winter planting.
"A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust." Gertrude Jekyll
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EARTHQUAKE SEASON IN JAPAN 🇯🇵? 🤩🐶
There’s been a whole lotta shaking going on here in Japan! There are even warnings of a future Mega-Quake that’s said to be long overdue. Oh well, what will be will be. In the meantime, I’ve got gardening and cooking and baking to do!
"A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust." Gertrude Jekyll
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Garden Preps For Autumn! 🤩🐶
Well, here we are in mid-summer and it's time to seriously think about planning the autumn and fall garden. I’ve done some weeding to give the pineapples a breather. The tomatoes are still ripening, especially the succession planting of volunteers. And the cucumbers are still trying to grow. All in all, a good summer, despite the high humidity during mid-day.
"A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust." Gertrude Jekyll
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Summer Fun in Kamakura! 🤩🐶
The summer heat and humidity is pretty intense, but we're having lots of fun anyway. I was visited by a subscriber named George (yes, another one!). We had a good time at the Kamakura Farmers Market and a nice tempura lunch.
"A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust." Gertrude Jekyll
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Rains are Gone, Heat is Here + Fall Seed Starts! 🤩🐶
Well, we’re beginning to dry out after the rainy season, and I’m looking forward to better garden growth. I’ve got a variety of fall/winter seeds started. And I made a delicious drink: Watermelon Smoothie! 😋 It's also been two years since my pal, Spunky 🐶 crossed the Rainbow Bridge🌈🌉(2008~2022)
"A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust." Gertrude Jekyll
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A Visitor From the USA 🇺🇸! 🤩🐶
I had the chance this week to meet up with a long-time supporter of the channel, George Kitchen, a TKG Patreon Patron. I gave him a tour of the home and garden, and Haru and I both enjoyed his company.
"A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust." Gertrude Jekyll
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Summer Transplanting & Homemade Ginger Ale! 🤩🐶
Well, the rainy season has let up, but the humidity is here in heavy full force. Still, cool early mornings in the garden allowed for the transplanting of the lemon trees and jalapeño starts. I also have a simple recipe for Ginger Ale for you!
"A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust." Gertrude Jekyll
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Trying New Things in the Garden! 🤩🐶
I’ve bought lemon trees for the first time ever. I also harvested the potatoes, and I’m happy with the May Queen spuds. And to ward off the critters I’m harvesting slightly ripe tomatoes and ripening them in a paper bag. Come, join me. 🎌
"A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust." Gertrude Jekyll
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Summer’s Here! 🤩🐶
It’s been a busy week, especially on Thursday when I was able to get a lot done. Join me and Haru as we tend our garden, go out shopping and enjoy our daily walks in beautiful Kamakura, Japan. 🎌
"A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust." Gertrude Jekyll
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Good Day from Kamakura, Japan 🇯🇵! I’m 64 Years Young Today!
And I'm feeling just great as I head into my senior years! 🤩🐶
"A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust." Gertrude Jekyll
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Good Day from Kamakura, Japan! 🇯🇵 A Busy Week in the Garden!
Good Day from Kamakura, Japan! 🇯🇵 Harvesting Cucumbers, transplanting Jalapeños, and watch the garden grow. It's a great time of year. Happy Father's Day everyone!
"A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust." Gertrude Jekyll
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Good Day from Kamakura, Japan! 🇯🇵 It’s Time for Harvesting! 🤩🐶
Cucumbers, egg plant, garlic bulbs, strawberries-I’m harvesting all of them and it’s still early June!
"A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust." Gertrude Jekyll
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Good Day from Kamakura, Japan! 🇯🇵 On the Cusp of Summer! 🤩🐶
Here in Japan we’re entering the yearly rainy season. The spring crops are growing well; I’m already harvesting a few cucumbers. I’ve also planted some green beans, and my eggplants are looking as good as everything else!
"A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust." Gertrude Jekyll
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Good Day from Kamakura, Japan! 🇯🇵 More Spring Succession Planting! 🤩🐶
I found some more volunteer tomatoes in the old compost pile and replanted them. I’ve also planted green bean seeds in the tomatoes grow bags. And the second batch of cucumbers is growing well, as are the new okra seedlings! 👍🏾🤩🐶
"A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust." Gertrude Jekyll
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Good Day from Kamakura, Japan! 🇯🇵 New Plants, More Growth! 🤩🐶
I found some volunteer tomatoes growing in my old compost pile, so I transplanted them into the bed with the eggplant and butternut squash. My Jalapeño starts are looking good, too! 👍🏾🤩🐶
"A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust." Gertrude Jekyll
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Good Day from Kamakura, Japan! 🇯🇵 My Most Favorite Time of the Year! 🤩🐶
So far, every thing I’ve planted is coming up well. I also planted more cucumbers, okra, jalapeño seeds and peanuts. And I have new crop covers to keep the bugs away. Bug season is almost here! 🤩🐶
"A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust." Gertrude Jekyll
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Good Day from Kamakura, Japan! 🇯🇵 Mid-Spring is Looking Good! 🤩🐶
The potatoes are growing extremely well, as are the cucumbers, eggplants and tomatoes. Haru and I wish for you a wonderful weekend!👍🏾🤩🐶
"A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust." Gertrude Jekyll
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Good Day from Kamakura, Japan! 🇯🇵 The Growing is Going Good! 🤩🐶
So far, the growth is going good. I’ve got strawberries, and tomatoes already forming. The potatoes have their foliage growing well and I have some new liquid fertilizer that I’m trying out for the first time 🤞🏾. Haru and I hope you have a great weekend!👍🏾🤩🐶
"A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust." Gertrude Jekyll
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Good Day from Kamakura, Japan! 🇯🇵 The Garden’s Coming Along Nicely! 🤩🐶
Well, nearly all of the starts have been planted, and they’re coming along nicely. Although, some of the starts that I planted from seed haven’t done too well. 🤔 Haru and I hope you’re having a wonderful weekend so far! 👍🏾🤩🐶
"A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust." Gertrude Jekyll
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Redesigning Small Growing Spaces 🤩🐶
Good Day from Kamakura, Japan! 🇯🇵 I’ve redesigned my upper and lower gardens for more production this year, and it’s looking good so far. We hope you’re having a wonderful weekend! 👍🏾🤩🐶
"A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust." Gertrude Jekyll
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It’s That Time of Year Again!! 🤩🐶
Well, I've begun the spring planting in earnest, though I'm far from done. Things are looking good, so far. We hope you're having a wonderful week! 👍🏾🤩🐶
"A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust." Gertrude Jekyll
Zucchini in Tomato Sauce, How to Cook Great: https://youtu.be/zxP6dBF0vOA?si=BY06PAI7M8NICWOp
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Good Day from Kamakura, Japan! 🇯🇵 Happy New Planting Season! 🤩🐶
We’ve had lots of rain recently, but I was able to dodge some of it and begin to get the upper and lower gardens in shape for the new planting season. Happy New Planting Year! 🎊 I also made some delicious Tahini Almond cookies: Tahini Almond Cookies 🍪
https://youtu.be/h42L_sBslNw?si=xHyUiU7KrDRWU6zx
Have a wonderful rest of the week!🐶🤩👍🏾
"A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust." Gertrude Jekyll
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Good Day from Kamakura, Japan! 🇯🇵 Harvesting & Garden Preps! 🤩🐶
My first harvest of winter crops was a pleasant surprise! A big, beautiful cabbage and some nice broccoli florets. I also did some work on the lower garden to prepare for spring planting. 🐶🤩👍🏾
"A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust." Gertrude Jekyll
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Good Day from Kamakura, Japan! 🇯🇵 New Garden Supplies! 🤩🐶
Spring is definitely in the air! Some cherry trees are in full bloom, the Japanese Bush Warblers have returned with their pretty songs. I gone out and bought a bunch of new garden supplies, a new grow tower and astroturf for the lower garden. I’ve also bought some new cookware and have added a new twist to Haru-chan’s homemade dog food: shredded carrots. 🐶🤩👍🏾
"A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust." Gertrude Jekyll
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Good Day from Kamakura, Japan! 🇯🇵 Spring’s Almost Here! 🤩🐶
The spring starts are coming along nicely! And the asparagus/broccoli quiche I made is delicious 🤤! 🤩🐶👍🏾
"A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust." Gertrude Jekyll
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