fuzzi's "Gardens and Chickens...and Goats? Oh My!" Journal and More Thread

[fuzzi]

In your climate the cinder blocks would be a good option. Dale used pressure treated wood on the bottoms of ours.

And I can lay blocks.

 

[drstratton]

And I can lay blocks.
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Yes you can! Very pretty!

 

[fuzzi]

I've been picking off lower leaves from the collards, and damaged leaves from the turnips, and feeding them to the flocks. They love greens.

Today as I held leaves at the hens' eye level Silas snatched off a piece, turned, and tidbitted one of the OEGB pullets!!!

 

[Baymule]

I like those decorative blocks, they look prettier than plain cinder blocks. but when things are growing, who cares? You can special order flat pieces to top the cinder blocks with so you don't wind up with weeds poking out the top.

 

[murphysranch]

I let my chickens into the garden yesterday afternoon. They went to town on all the beds!!

 

[fuzzi]

I like those decorative blocks, they look prettier than plain cinder blocks. but when things are growing, who cares? You can special order flat pieces to top the cinder blocks with so you don't wind up with weeds poking out the top.

Those decorative blocks are smaller than cinder blocks, but the same price.

I watched a couple videos about raised bed gardens made with blocks.

Gardener Scott

Wades

Mulling over ideas. 4'x8' one level = 18 blocks.

Blocks with holes weigh about 30lb each.

18x30=540 lbs


I don't think I want to load more than that in the back of my little SUV. Guess this project will take multiple trips.

Shall I make a separate thread for a raised bed rebuild?

 

[fuzzi]

Instead of using cap blocks on top some people put dirt in the holes and plant marigolds, etc. As bad as our ant problems can be...not sure if that's where I want to go.

 

[Mini Horses]

Those marigold may help keep ants distanced

I've seen some planted onions in the holes, too.

 

[SageHill]

Many many moons ago I did a raised bed with the cinder blocks. It worked get. I did try planting marigolds in the holes but they didn't do very well. Sure would've looked pretty if they did.

 

[Mini Horses]

Plants that repel ants often have strong essential oils or aromas that disrupt the ants' navigation, including mint, lavender, rosemary, lemongrass, thyme, and basil. Other natural deterrents to plant include marigolds, eucalyptus, and tansy. Planting these in your garden or near entryways can help interfere with ant trails and keep them away from your home