2010 Avery County Cooperative Extension Service Plant Sale

That is right people. It is time for the 2010 Plant Sale! I know that winter has been long and everyone is now thinking of spring and planting new plants in their yards, gardens, and orchards. Well I think that this is going to be a great Plant Sale. We have some very popular heirloom apple varieties that you always look for, and new "too us" varieties of heirloom apples that have been asked for, for several years. We also have blueberries, strawberries, brambles, and other plants available this year. The sale is now underway and orders are coming in like crazy. If you want something that reminds you of the old apples you ate growing up, or just want to enjoy some of the terrific old time flavor make sure to get your orders in quickly. Don't forget, if you don't want apples but are interested in the other fruits we sell, we will in no way frown on you or turn you away. (Blueberries and strawberries for my little girl are a sure thing this year at the Keener house). We do hope to hear from you. You can get the catalog and order forms at the Avery County Extension Office, Avery True Value Hardware, Brinkley's Hardware, or Christa's Country Corner. You can also get it Here, and the Order Form Here.

Been a Long Time, and A Long Winter

I know it has been some time since my last post. I want to apologize for the long absence. I would like to get started back up and will do my best to keep regular updates coming. I know that you, the readers, are wanting information and looking forward to getting news on a regular basis.

Speaking of long times.....Is it just me or has this been a long winter? We have seen more cold weather, and snow this year than we have in a very long time. With the ground being covered in snow and frozen for so long, I do hope that we will see a reduced number of insect problems during this next growing season. Today marked the first day since December 17, 2009 that I could see my entire front yard with zero snow on it! WOW.

So, now that we have seen a few days of warm weather I am more than ready for spring. I do, however, fear that we are not completely in the clear just yet. I know that we are chewing at the bit, when it comes to thinking of spring, and planting or gardening but I want to remind you all to be patient. I will not be long now until spring finally arrives. It is time to start planning, but not much else. I hope this finds you all well, safe, sound, and warm.