Thinking back now, our homegrown produce tasted so much better - and the quality and freshness was far superior to anything you could ever buy at the shops. Plus there was the added bonus of knowing it was 100% organic.
Now I don't claim to be a green thumb, but one thing I definitely want somewhere in our yard is a kitchen garden - nothing huge, just a couple of raised beds.
We've always had something edible growing in our garden: various herbs, tomatoes, even some heirloom carrots. Since we moved into the apartment, I haven't bothered growing anything - even though we have room on the balcony. I really miss not having fresh herbs on hand.
Plants generally need about 6 hours of sunlight to grow successfully, so the problem we're facing is finding a spot to suit. The backyard faces south, so it will cop a fair bit of shade, particularly during the Winter months. The block of units next door also creates some overshadowing, but as it's on the western side, it's actually a good thing. At least it will block out the hot afternoon sun during Summer to keep us a little cooler. There's really no room down either side of the house so the only alternative is the front yard. Is there a way of growing edible plants in your front yard that doesn't make it look like a community garden?
My only other option is a potted garden I could create on the back terrace - at least it would be nice and close to the kitchen.
Go the pots, I think proximity to the kitchen is important. Or maybe a vertical potted garden like Brad and Lara on The Block. Mind you, despite our large yard the possums have eaten everything I have tried to grow, so frustrating to have to cover everything with nets. melx
ReplyDeleteWhen you have a garden that blooms like this, an outdoor kitchen will be a great idea! This will allow you to cook the veggies easily and can retain its farm fresh goodness. If you have enough space, you can have built-in stoves near your kitchen. In case you have a smaller space, you can use a deck that faces your garden. This will not just make cooking easier, but it’ll also make outdoor cooking a fun family activity. :)
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An outdoor kitchen can be quite a thing to have. You don’t have to worry about ventilation while cooking, and you can eat out on your deck. It’s especially great to have for functions and get-togethers. Though while it does have a certain allure, the problem would be maintaining and preventing wear on the outdoor stove or grill, particularly during bad weather conditions.
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Hi, Caroline! Any update on your outdoor kitchen plans? Your idea seems aspiring! If I were you, I would do my best to push this plan. It's great to have such wonderful space in your home. You can have a cooking area and entertaining space at the same time. You can provide your friends and family good, healthy, and delicious meal while you enjoy the nature.
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