Updates
We pride ourselves on being open and honest about our farming process. To follow along, see produce availability, recipes, and event updates check out the latest newsletter below.
January 22 - Home Garden Jump Start
Believe it or not, it’s time to start thinking about your home garden. Daydreaming of the warm days in the garden (and ordering seeds and creating spreadsheets of planting schedules) gets me through these dreary winter days. But if you open a seed website and are met with decision fatigue, let me help!
There’s a handful of ways I can lighten the load during this planning season. I can help you figure out what exact plants and their varieties will best suit your family. I have a lot of experience with a variety of crops (i.e. Washington Cherry tomatoes are not my favorite because, though flavorful, they require two bites to fit in your mouth. I prefer a smaller cherry tomato, like the Midnight Pear Cherry Tomato.)
Once you have your seeds, are you worried about finding a good set up for your plant starts in your house? Maybe you had a poor experience last year with dirt all over your carpet, seeds taking up your kitchen table, and bad germination. This year I have access to a greenhouse and can start your seeds for you! Let me worry about the watering, sunlight, and when to plant.
Growing a backyard garden for your family, even if it’s just a couple plants in pots, should be accessible for everyone. Reach out with any questions - big or small.
January
Happy New Year! It’s been a long two years, and I’ve been working hard to get to this moment. Finally, I can say I’m excited for the year ahead, and am anxious to finally share it with all of you fine people.
Big “thank you” to those of you who have continued to encourage me over the past two years and beyond. An opportunity has come my way to rent two acres of property, and I am happy to say I am in a place where I can turn this land into something useful not just for myself, but for the community.
Flannel Patch Farm LLC is in full swing (even if right now the land itself is covered in snow, there’s enough spread sheets, supplies being shipped, and to-do lists that would prove this is a very tangible business). With the resources, experience, and land, “Flannel Patch” has become more than just something I scribble on scrap paper; in its first year, Flannel Patch Farm will provide produce to a limited CSA membership, consulting for those wanting to grow their own produce, and regular garden workshops.
For now, start to think about your family's produce consumption; would you like to have more naturally grown local produce throughout the summer? Weekly and bi-weekly CSA boxes will be available starting in June, but there’s a limited amount of shares available. It will be first come first serve, so check out the website for details.
Do you have a garden, or are thinking about growing your own produce this summer? Not only can you book a consultation to boost your knowledge and confidence, but I can also start some seeds for you. I have access to a greenhouse and can give your tomatoes a head start, not to mention take something off your plate this spring. I know how hard it is to set up grow lights in your home, where space is already limited. And maybe you’re overwhelmed by all the different varieties of cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers - don’t worry. I can help answer your questions and tell you which variety will work best for your needs.
For more information checkout my website, be sure you are subscribed to Flannel Patch Substack, and follow me on Instagram @flannelpatch. I will be sending out regular newsletters and posting on social media to keep you up to date.
This is going to be an exciting year, and I am happy to have you join me on this journey.