I bought apple trees. Eight of them plus two pear trees. I hope they will arrive this year… I think I need to plant them this week. But then I read that container-grown apple trees can be planted until the ground freezes. Apparently, they don’t mind autumn planting, as long as the soil is still … More Bought some Apple Trees…
Finally, this weekend we planted the hydrangeas and roses that had been waiting in their pots for far too long. š I think I originally bought three roses and one hydrangea for the girlsā name day on 22 May. And there they were, waiting patiently in their pots while I kept postponing planting them. I … More Finally, the hydrangeas and roses are in the ground!
I decided to make a garland from all my straw flowers. Iāve been collecting them from around the pool and bringing them inside to dry, and now I have a whole bunch of them sitting around waiting for a purpose. So ā a garland. I want to hang it in the room and bring a … More A Straw Flower Garland to Brighten the Room
Back in June, I planted straw flowers around the pool. At the time, they were still small and easy to overlook. I just wanted something cheerful around the edge ā flowers that could handle the sun and, hopefully, give that slightly wild, summery feeling I like so much. And now, at the end of September, … More Update: Straw Flowers
Today is the Autumn Equinox ā the point in the year when day and night are almost equal in length. From now on, the days will gradually become shorter and the nights longer. I always find it interesting how the seasons change without us really having to decide anything. Around this time of year, I … More Autumn Equinox: A Time to Pause and Look Around
Thereās something so satisfying about collecting seeds from my garden to save for next year. A little piece of this yearās garden, carefully saved for the next season. I love the thought of planting these again and watching the cycle begin all over. Ilze
Third week on sick leave. Of course, this is not exactly idealā¦ but Iāll survive. I hope. For now, Iām spending time relaxing and loving. And doing things I would normally never do ā like making colour swatches for all my coloured pencils. Orā¦ sorting seed packets. š± Anyway, I hope youāre all having a … More Going Back to My Roots
I had one of those little garden moments that made me laugh. This year, my carrots are looking really nice. They grew straight, healthy, and have a beautiful bright orange color. Every time I pull one from the soil, it feels like uncovering a tiny treasure. But then I found something I definitely wasn’t expecting. … More When Carrots Decide to Hug
After my doctor’s appointment, I stopped by a little shop on the way home. I wasn’t planning to buy anything, but somehow I walked out with… another houseplant. Only after getting home did I realize what it actually was ā an asparagus fern! I had no idea when I picked it up. It’s tiny, light, … More Not the Kind of Asparagus I Was Expecting
Last night, I didn’t fall asleep until 3 AM. The full moon was shining brightly outside the window. Usually, I enjoy those peaceful nights and somehow seem to sync with that quiet energy. This time, though, it was different. My mind just wouldn’t settle, and sleep refused to come. Perhaps that also set the tone … More Evening Watering in the Garden Heat
There is something special about picking the very first cucumber from the greenhouse. They are not the perfectly straight, glossy cucumbers you see in supermarkets. One is a little crooked, another has a funny shape, and they certainly wouldn’t win any beauty contests. But to me, they are perfect. They were grown without chemicals, watered … More The First Cucumbers of the Year
I almost forgot to share this little garden update! More then a month ago, I decided to plant strawflowers next to our pool. I had no other pace. At the time, I wasn’t completely sure if it was the right spot, but now I’m convinced it was a great idea. The plants have settled in … More Strawflowers by the Pool
There it is ā the rain we desperately needed! It poured heavily for about 10 minutes, then continued at a gentler pace for another 30. It wasn’t a long storm, but it was enough to give everything in the garden a lovely, much-needed drink. The timing couldn’t have been better for the girls. They were … More Nature Took Care of the Watering
Sometimes a blog post doesn’t need a big story. Today, it’s simply me in my new dress, wandering around the garden. The dress made me feel happy the moment I put it on. It’s comfortable, feminine, and perfect for a warm summer day. The kind of dress that makes you want to slow down, stroll … More Just Me and My Garden
Yesterday I wandered around the garden with a basket in one hand and a cup of tea in the other, just checking on how everything is doing. I was happy to discover that my mint hasn’t started blooming yet. That means it’s still the perfect time to harvest it for tea. I always try to … More A Little Tour Around the Garden
Yesterday evening we had dinner with a beautiful view. The weather was calm, the kind of evening that makes you want to stay outside just a little longer. After dinner, I wandered over to the vegetable garden with a handful of seed packets. It might be July, but there’s still time to sow a few … More A Little Bit of Hope for Autumn
There has always been one wildflower that has felt a little more special to me than all the others. In Latvian, it’s called ilzÄ«tes. My name is Ilze, and ilzÄ«te is the affectionate, diminutive form of itāthe kind of name someone uses with warmth and kindness. Ever since I was little, I’ve loved the fact … More The Little Flower That Shares My Name
Lately, I’ve been eating peas every time I walk outside. It’s become my little summer ritual. I’ll step away from my computer for a few minutes, wander into the garden, and pick a handful of fresh peas straight from the vines. They’re sweet, crisp, and somehow taste even better because they come with a short … More Stealing a Few Minutes
It’s so hot here in Latvia today ā +29Ā°C (84Ā°F for my USA friends). I don’t think I’m built for this kind of heat! š„µ On the bright side, it’s the perfect weather for everyone who needs to cut the grass and make hay. āļø This evening, the temperature finally dropped to +20Ā°C (68Ā°F), and … More Heat, Hay, Sweet Peas & a Friendly Stork
This morning, before I even picked up the watering can, something caught my eye on the greenhouse floor. A snake skin. For a second, I just stood there looking at it. It was much bigger than the one I found last year. Last summer, I only noticed the old skin after I had already watered … More A Snake Has Been Visiting My Greenhouse Again
I’m sorry for being a little quiet here lately. I actually have plenty of stories waiting to be shared. Photos to sort through, little adventures to write about, recipes, nature walks, and moments from everyday life. The only thing I’m missing is time. Life has been moving quickly, and by the end of the day, … More A Quiet Sunday Beneath the Apple Tree
I walked past my rhubarb today and immediately noticed something wasn’t right. The leaves have turned a bright purple-red color. Not the whole plantājust parts of the leaves, mostly around the tips and edges on a few leaves. The rest of the plant seems reasonably healthy, which makes the whole thing even more puzzling. Now … More What Is Happening to My Rhubarb?
The strawflowers had been waiting patiently for me to plant them outside. They sat in their pots for longer than planned, and I knew I had to find them a home before they outgrew their temporary one. I would say they did outgrew these small plugs… After walking around the property and looking for an … More A Home for the Strawflowers
The greenhouse has changed quite a bit over the past few weeks. The first photo shows what it looked like when I finally decided it was time to tackle it. There were boxes, bags, old cardboard, and all sorts of things that had accumulated over time. After a good clean-up (apart from washing the greenhouse … More Progress in the Greenhouse
Yesterday I was in the greenhouse, continuing the endless task of taking care of the tomatoes. While I was there, I decided to finally clean up one corner that had somehow become a “later” place. There were mostly cardboard from IKEA furniture and a few empty potting soil bags. Nothing exciting. Or so I thought. … More Surprise in the Greenhouse
In the weekend, me and HelmÄ« spent some time gardening together, and honestly, those are the moments I want to remember. We planted beans together ā the kind you eat whole with the pod. I made the holes in the soil with a poker, one by one, and HelmÄ« carefully dropped the beans inside. Such … More Little Garden Helpers and Hopeful Foxgloves
After spending hours planting tomatoes in the greenhouse, carefully trying to fit every plant into its āperfectā place, I stood there looking at the remaining empty spaces between the beds and thoughtā¦ āWellā¦ surely I can still squeeze something else in here.ā And that is how I ended up scattering calendula and marigold seeds all … More Companion Flowers for My Tomatoes
I spent almost the entire afternoon in the greenhouse on Friday ā around 2.5 hours cleaning it up, planting tomatoes, moving things around, and trying to calculate what else I can still squeeze in there this year. A while ago I even wrote about it here: And honestly? I still have a complicated relationship with … More My Greenhouse Tried to Kill Me Again
This yearās experiment is about melons and watermelons. Usually, people here start them indoors early, carefully growing tiny seedlings on windowsills and protecting them from every cold night. This yearā¦ I did not do that. I simply dropped the melon and watermelon seeds straight into the greenhouse soil and hoped for the best. I started … More This Yearās Melon Experiment Begins in the Greenhouse
The first residents have moved into our new raised veggie beds! First, I planted out the leeks Iāve been growing from seed since February 21 ā DE CARENTAN. They are still very small, but I hope theyāll love their new home and grow strong over the summer. I already canāt wait to harvest one for … More First Residents in Our Raised Veggie Beds
I got a question recently ā why raised beds? The answer is simple: heavy clay soil. Our entire property is covered in it. If I want to plant something directly in the ground, I need to dig a hole by hand, bring in compost or better soil, fill the hole, and only then plant something. … More Letās Talk About Soil
A week ago I mentioned that we were working on something bigger outside. Wellā¦ now I can finally show you what it was. Can you guess? Three long raised beds. Not pallet collars this time ā proper wooden raised beds built from real planks. And honestlyā¦ it all started because I realised I needed more … More We Were Working on Something Bigger
The journey with my rhubarb started on February 25th, when I decided to sow rhubarb seeds that I got as a birthday gift. š Someone probably thought it would be a funny jokeā¦ but clearly they forgot who they were giving them to. I absolutely love growing things from seed, so of course I took … More Rhubarb From Seed
Congratulations to all the mums and grandmothers around the world on Motherās Day. ā¤ļø This Sunday turned out to be really lovely this year. In the morning the kids brought me flowers, which already made the day feel special. But what surprised me the most was something their teachers had prepared at school. Each teacher … More A Slow and Lovely Motherās Day
I got busy potting out my tomatoes. And yesā¦ I did it the way I always do ā sowing them all together in one container instead of carefully placing one seed per pot like a more patient gardener probably would. I know the ārightā way. One seed, one pot, neat and simple. But somehow I … More Potting Out Tomatoes and Seeding Flowers
We planted 350 strawberries. Yesāthree hundred and fifty! My in-laws decided it was time to start a new strawberry field, and suddenly there we were, with boxes of tiny plants waiting to go into the ground. It sounded excitingā¦ until we stepped outside. It was freezing. Only +8Ā°C, but the wind made it feel much … More One Freezing Day, 350 Strawberries
I was lucky enough to spent some time with LÄ«ga from CÄsis Medieval Castle garden. It was two-hour lecture about raised beds and kitchen gardening and seed swap. It all happend in Gulbenes Library. And somehow, it felt like a piece of the CÄsis Medieval Castles kitchen garden had travelled to us. LÄ«ga EglÄ«teās kitchen … More A Medieval Castle Garden Came to Gulbene
The raised beds are ready. Weeded, mulched, and quietly waiting ā just like me. Now itās that in-between time where everything looks prepared, but not much is happening yet. The sun teases a little, but I know better. The last frost here usually lingers until late May, and anything not frost-tolerant still has to wait. … More Waiting for Warmth
The 100th day of the year has its own quiet rule in Latvian garden ā peas go into the soil. No discussions, no overthinking, no checking the forecast for the tenth time. No matter what, the peas are going in. Some years the ground is still a bit cold, some years itās perfectly ready. It … More Peas Go In on the 100th Day
Last week was full of outdoor work. It felt like the garden was slowly waking up after winter. At the beginning of the week there was still plenty of snow around. Itās always funny how quickly things change at this time of year ā one day everything is white, and a few days later youāre … More Cleaning the Greenhouse and Starting the First Seeds Outdoors
The weather outside is getting colder, and the days are starting to feel shorter. Autumn is slowly settling in, and Iāve been preparing myself for the usual quiet of the garden as the season changes. But today I had a lovely surprise. Some say that when the weather gets colder and colder, zucchini stops producingābut … More A Surprise in the Garden
I went to the garden and collected a few new beetroots and carrots – regular ones and purple ones. We had potatoes together with chicken legs; they made a hearty dinner. Itās such a rainy and cold day outsideā¦ perfect for staying cozy inside with comfort food. JÄnis brought me a cinnamon roll, and the … More Vacation Day 25 ā Rainy Garden Harvest and Cozy Evening
At night was heavenlyābut not in the way you might think. The rain came down in a steady, soothing drizzle, and the air felt cool and damp, like the first whispers of autumn. Roads suffered… again. This morningāor perhaps more accurately, early afternoon, since we woke up late it was sunny! I went out with … More Vacation Day 21 ā A Wet, Autumn-Like Evening
Finally, the tractor arrived to collect the hay we had mowed. Here, thereās a law that hay must be properly cleared from the meadows ā you canāt just mow and leave it on the ground. So it was such a joy to see the hay being gathered, dried, and then rolled into neat bales! The … More Vacation Day 19 ā Hay, Zucchini, and a Busy Yard
The morning started in the coziest way possible ā after breakfast I took my coffe in bed. JÄnis drove to the Gulbene to by some stuff for renovation and I was sipping my āmorningā coffee (around 2PMš ). JÄnis took out the package from Omniva, and my fabrics, threads, and zippers from a lovely little fabric … More Vacation Day 7: Fabric Delivery, Garden Tasks & a Full Moon Walk
Every summer, like clockwork, my mother-in-law’s garden bursts into full bloomāvibrant colors, lush greenery, and a sense of calm that only a well-established garden can bring. And every summer, I walk through it feeling just a little bitā¦ jealous. Not in a bitter way. More in the way a beginner artist admires a masterpiece. Her … More A Walk Through My Mother-in-Law’s Blooming Garden
Today I finally sat down and spent an entire hour replying to all the blog comments Iāve been meaning to answer for days. I truly didnāt expect it to take so long, but reading your thoughts, memories, and kind words always makes me feel like Iām catching up with old friends. Thank you for taking … More Catching Up & A Cry for Help
I just realised it’s the last day of June!!!!June brought steady rain and moments of celebration ā a month of quiet wins and the familiar chaos of real life. Hereās a look backĀ at the goals I set at the start of the monthĀ and what we managed to accomplish. But first June gallery! How the June … More What We Achieved in June
When it comes to making a ziedu vainags (flower crown), you donāt need wire, thread, string, or tape. Nature gives us everything we need. With just wildflowers and smilgas (bentgrass or other strong wild grass), you can make a crown that stays firm, holds its shape beautifully, and brings joy both in midsummer and long … More Make your own Flower Crown!
Yesterday was one of those rare days that felt like a gift. The sun finally made an appearance after a month of grey skies and drizzle. I didnāt even realize how much I had missed it until I stepped outside and felt its warmth on my face. And yesābelieve it or notāI even got a … More A Sunny Day and Natureās Goodies
I finally did itāI planted and seeded the furrows. This year I have 4! Itās ridiculously late in the season, I know. Normally by now, the garden would already be showing signs of life, and Iād be sharing photos of sprouting rows or eating baby carrots! But this year… this year has been strange. It … More Late Seeds, Soaked Soil, and a Bit of Hope
This weekend felt like a little celebrationāI finally planted out the monthly strawberries I grew from seed earlier this year! Watching them grow from tiny specks in the soil (it takes a lot of patience; they grow slowly) to strong little plants has been a gratifying process. These aren’t your usual garden strawberries; they’re monthly … More Planting Out Our Homegrown Strawberries š
Saturday night turned into early morning. I couldnāt fall asleepāwide awake until 4AM. Maybe it was the full moon, maybe it was the one cup of cola I had (and I never drink caffeine!), or maybe just lifeās current chaos, but sleep simply wouldnāt come. I had restless legs, and I stepped outside, thinking some … More 4AM: Can’t believe my eyes
As you know, I ended up with almost 100 tomatoes by accident…. I was so ready for tomato seasonāso ready to get my hands into the soil, to watch those little green plants thrive. But reality had other plans. We lost about half of our tomatoes. It started with the weather. Itās been so coldāunusually … More Garden Diary: I Lost Half of My Tomatoesā¦
I canāt recall a spring quite like this oneāso cold for so long! These past few weeks have felt more like late March than May, and itās starting to wear on me. By now, Iād normally be busy in the new garden (at least in the greenhouse), hands in the soil, finally planting out my … More A Cold Spring and Tomato Troubles
May brings fresh energy and blooming beginnings. This month, I’m focusing on garden tasks, creative projects, and grounding routines like journaling in my grimoire. With no big renovation plans (maybe just the bathroomā¦), I’m choosing to slow down, reflect, and enjoy the rhythm of springāespecially with Nelle turning thirteen! … More May Goals &Ā Intentions
A 100 km trip for new trees brought more than just magnolia and cherry saplingsāit stirred memories of last spring and a surprising sadness for a once joyful place. Now, with soil under my nails and hope in my heart, I plant anyway. … More A Spring Trip for Trees
A few weeks ago, I decided it was finally time to sew some radishes. It wasnāt a big, planned-out gardening momentāmore like a spontaneous little joy. I looked at one of our circular raised beds and thought, āWhy not make it a bit more fun?ā So instead of planting in straight rows, I made a … More A Spiral of Radishes
Today’s post will be a bit longer. I love being back to nature and enjoying its wild bounty, like nettles, which offer both nourishment and healing, reminding me of the incredible gifts the earth provides. While most people rush to get rid of nettles, I welcome themāespecially this time of year. Today, I went into … More Nettles ā My Springtime Secret Weapon
Spring has arrivedāor at least, thatās what the past few days wanted us to believe. The sun finally broke through, the air warmed up to a delightful +14Ā°C (57F), even reaching +16Ā°C (60F) in the afternoon. It felt like a reward after the long, dark winter. Birds sang louder, the soil softened, and the first … More The False Spring and the Inevitable Frost
March passed quickly, and while I didnāt have official goals, plenty still happened! Now that April is here, itās time to focus on whatās ahead. Spring is in full swing, which means more outdoor work, gardening, and home projects. Hereās what Iām aiming for this month: Home & Renovation Gardening & Outdoor Work Family & … More April Goals & Intentions
March flew by in a blur, and while I never set official goals for the month, plenty still happened! Looking back, I realize that even without a plan, we made solid progress in different areasāhome, garden, and personal life. So, letās go through what we actually got done in March! Let’s start with the gallery … More What We Achieved in March
Last autumn (see here: https://latvianmom.com/2024/10/27/planting-tulips-and-daffodils-our-winter-greenhouse-experiment/), we planted tulip bulbs in terracotta pots and left them in the greenhouse (see here: https://latvianmom.com/2025/02/17/bringing-winter-into-the-greenhouse/), curious to see if they would sprout earlier than those in the garden. With winter behind us, we almost forgot about themāuntil about two weeks ago, when we spotted the first green shoots breaking … More Update on Our Tulip Experiment: A Surprise in the Greenhouse!
I was ready to sit down and reflect on my intentionsāonly to realize I never made any for March! Life has been busy, and somehow, March slipped right past me. But that just means itās the perfect time to go back and review what I had planned for February. Letās see how things went! I … More Looking Back at Februaryās Goals (Because I Skipped March…)
Remember this post? Yesterday, I finally made time (though I had absolutely no will) to prick out the tomatoes. It was one of those tasks I kept putting off, but I powered throughā¦ and now I have around 120 tomato plants. Thatās 100 too many. I only need about 20āsome for my garden, and maybe … More The Great Tomato Overpopulation of 2025
I had already seeded enough tomatoes for this season, so when I found an old packet of seedsāexpired four years agoāI was ready to throw it away. They were so old, I didnāt even think they had a chance. But at the last moment, I thought, Why not? and decided to plant them in the … More A Tomato Surprise: The Ones I Almost Threw Away…
At the end of January, I sowed many seeds ā tucking them into soil-filled water bottles, leaving nature to do its magic. Now, as the days grow longer and the sun climbs higher, it’s time to check on them. The bottles have been sitting outside, exposed to cold, snow, and rain. Their lids off, letting … More Waiting for Nature’s Touch
I don’t know where to start. Lately, life feels heavy. The flu, the renovation, dentist appointments, leaving the rented flat, and endless to-do lists leave me stretched thin. Some days, it’s hard to believe things will get better. I’m trying to accept that it’s okay to feel this way ā to let the hard days … More Holding On Through Hard Days
Itās happeningāmy first cucumbers are out! š± It always feels a little magical to see those tiny green leaves emerge, full of promise. And itās not just the cucumbersāmy leeks are starting to grow too! Of course, the cucumber is an indoor one. Itās way too early to plant them outside, but just knowing that … More The First Seedlings Are Sprouting!
I couldn’t make the title shorter, sorry :). As the days are still too cold in Latvia. We start sowing seeds late April or May outdoors. I can’t wait and I’ve been busy sowing seeds indoors and outside in water bottles – winter sowing. What Iāve planted so far. Winter Sowing āve already started a … More Starting the Season: What I’ve Sown Indoors and in Winter Sowing so far
This year, I decided to try something new in my garden: winter sowing! Itās something Iāve read a lot about but never attempted until now. The process involves sowing seeds in containers during the winter months, and letting nature take its course until spring arrives. While Iāll have to wait until April/May to see the … More Winter Sowing: My First Attempt
Introduction:Iām excited to set my intentions and focus on what matters most this month. Hereās what I hope to accomplish and how I plan to make the most of these 28 days. Personal Goals: Family & Relationships: Gardening: Fun and Creativity: Renovation: That’s about it, let’s see if I can keep up with the plan … More February: Goals and Intentions
I had all my seeds in the shoe box and in the plastic box with the lid. It’s not like I can’t live like this, but it’s so good to have a beautiful box that is made specially for seed packet storage. I love small beautiful things that make everything MUCH BETTER! As you know, … More Galvanized v.s. Frog Seed Box
I only meant to buy one seed storage tin. Really, I did. But after spending far too much time browsing, I just couldnāt decide. So, instead of choosing, I bought both! š And honestly? No regrets. I now have two beautiful seed storage tins from Burgon & Ball, each with its own charm and purpose. … More I Couldnāt Resist ā So I Got Two Seed Boxes!
January feels like the longest month for gardeners in Latvia. Itās cold and dark, and thereās nothing I can start indoors just yet. But February is so close, and with it comes the first chance to start sowing seeds. The gardening year of 2025 is just around the corner, and Iām beyond excitedāespecially because this … More Dreaming of Green: Counting Down to Seed Sowing
With winter just around the corner, we decided it was the perfect time to plant our tulip and daffodil bulbs. š·š¼ Instead of planting them outdoors, we opted to keep the pots inside the greenhouse for the winter. Itās a bit of an experimentāweāre curious to see if the extra protection will give them a … More Planting Tulips and Daffodils: Our Winter Greenhouse Experiment
As the days grow shorter and the garden veggies ripen, itās the perfect time to start canning! You can read about my first experience with water bath canning. Thereās something incredibly comforting about having a homemade soup base on hand. With a busy work schedule and limited time to cook during the day, I decided … More Canning: Preserving Beetroot Soup Base for Cozy Days Ahead
This summer was like a juggling act gone wild! Between renovations and work, my greenhouse turned into a jungle, but surprise! My little yellow tomatoes flourished amidst the chaos. Theyāre so tasty that the kids can’t resist munching them straight off the vine. As it turns out, chaos can be deliciousāwho knew? Note to self: more tomatoes next year! … More Summer Chaos, Renovation, and the Tastiest Tomatoes
Since we bought our house, I planted a small patch of mojito mint next to the greenhouse. Itās been a constant struggle, with the surrounding plants overtaking its space and the soil not being ideal for mint. Adding to the challenge, I didn’t have a reliable water source for it. Despite these difficulties, I managed … More The Mojito Mint ComebackāA Garden Experiment
When you think of walnuts, Latvia might not be the first place that comes to mind, right? The first time I encountered a Latvian walnut tree was in VÄrmanes dÄrzs, a beautiful park in Riga. I was struck by the tree’s majesty and resilience, knowing it had weathered countless harsh winters. Since that moment, Iāve … More The Resilient Walnuts of Latvia: A Hidden Gem
OMG! I give up (you know I don’t)! Even those who are gardening for ages haven’t seen so many weeds in one plot! Wow! If you walk to my furrows, you will get lost! You can’t find them! If you don’t know the potatoes, carrots, onions, beetroot, beans, peas, etc are there – you can’t … More Why Iām Leaving Gardening!
Goodmorning Sunday, Yesterday after having fun we went to the manor, to do grass trimming and deal with greenhouse. Deal – because my eggplants and paprika can’t wait much longer! They need beds! Janis went trimming grass and I looked around for a solution to make beds inside the greenhouse for my plants. We ordered … More Working in the greenhouse
Yesterday was a lovely day with my biggest girl Nelle, who turned 8! EIGHT! Can’t believe! The day started as planned – with a crown for Nelle and balloons in closet! After that, I and Linna did a photoshoot for the family :). That means Linna took picture of us, and thenĀ I took of … More Nelles Birthday
We have a veggie garden, that is 40 meters long and 15 meters wide field. 19 rows in total. Don’t know if the word “row” is the right one, but check the picture below. If there is another word how to call this – let me now in the comments below! Why in rows!? Simply … More Veggie garden