Planting donated native trees along the center line of the crop circle / mandala on the north pasture, Dale & Velzy came over watch over our progress…
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The rain fell in a quiet, steady rhythm, tapping softly on the roof and leaves. From the porch, I took a deep breath of the fresh, earthy scent carried on the moist air. It was soothing and calming to watch the rain fall without urgency or force.
Out in the pastures, the grass absorbed the raindrops slowly and fully. Each blade glistened dark green as it welcomed the nourishment. Walking through the wet grass sent rivulets of water trickling down, a cool sensation between my bare toes. The whole landscape seemed relaxed and content under the misty veil.
A peacefulness settled over the hills on days like this. All was muted and quiet except the gentle tapping all around. Even the livestock dotting the fields didn't rush or crowd, content to stand chewing in the rain. A lazy warmth came from their woolly coats steaming in the dampness.
Drawing my coat tighter, I leaned against the post and lost myself in the simple rhythm and sounds of the rain-soaked world. All stresses and tensions melted away as nature recharged in its quiet, steady way. Out here, life slowed to nature's gentle pace on rainy afternoons in the green pastures of Livingston.
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Feeling spring fever here in Livingston Tennessee! Time to break out the gardening tools and get planting those beautiful heirloom vegetables ??? #springfever #gardening #Tennessee
Here's a comprehensive list of heirloom vegetables that can be planted in the spring in Tennessee:
1 Cherokee Purple Tomato - This beefsteak tomato has a deep, purple-red color and a rich, sweet flavor.
2 Henderson's Black Valentine Bean - This bush bean produces dark green pods that are tender and flavorful.
3 Kentucky Wonder Pole Bean - This climbing bean has a classic bean flavor and produces long, slender pods.
4 Detroit Dark Red Beet - This beet has deep red flesh and a sweet flavor. It's also great for canning and pickling.
5 Bull's Blood Beet - This beet has deep red foliage that adds color to salads and has a sweet, earthy flavor.
6 Early Jersey Wakefield Cabbage - This early-maturing cabbage has a sweet, mild flavor and is great for salads or slaws.
7 Black Beauty Eggplant - This heirloom eggplant has a dark, shiny skin and a tender, creamy flesh.
8 Lacinato Kale - This Italian heirloom kale has dark, crinkled leaves and a sweet, earthy flavor.
9 Lemon Cucumber - This cucumber has a round shape and a mild, sweet flavor.
10 Bloomsdale Long Standing Spinach - This spinach has dark green, crinkled leaves and a sweet, nutty flavor.
11 Bull's Blood Beet Greens - These beet greens have a deep red color and a sweet, earthy flavor.
13 Golden Bantam Sweet Corn - This sweet corn has golden-yellow kernels and a delicious, sweet flavor.
14 Rainbow Swiss Chard - This colorful chard has bright red, yellow, and green stems and a mild, slightly sweet flavor.
15 Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce - This heirloom lettuce has delicate, light green leaves and a mild, sweet flavor.
16 Brandywine Pink Tomato - This large, pink tomato has a sweet, juicy flavor and is great for slicing.
Happy gardening!
Let’s get planted.
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