Hello Fellow Earthbox growers,
We have a Flat roof on our Radio Station that we've converted into an Urban garden to demonstrate sustainable agriculture practices and rainwater collection options. Our project is underway with 7 earthboxes filled with swiss chard, broccoli, rainbow chard, lettuce and elephant chard. All plants are thriving , and we have been documenting their progress. I'm happy to report the harvesting of our first Broccoli Crown in addition to weekly harvests of kale, Rainbow Chard and elephant Chard. The Cauliflower heads have formed and are growing. Despite a number of mild frosts, these hearty fall crops have endured without damage. See the link below for more photos.
***New Garden Pictures Updated NOVEMBER 15, 2007 - Seedlings planted September 10,2007 Garden Pictures Updated October 10, 2007 - One Month Since Planting in EarthboxesGarden Pictures of seedlings planted September 10, 2007Our Radio Station web site:
http://www.radionewport.orgRadio Newport is committed to promoting environmentally sound living, green energy, rainwater collection, rainwater runoff reductions and locally produced, sustainable agricultural practices.
Here in Newport Rhode Island we have reoccurring problems with storm water runoff. During heavy rain storms, excess water enters the city sewer system, overloads it and ultimately pollutes Narragansett Bay. Our intention is to lead a city wide effort to capture storm water runoff from local roofs and use that water to grow vegetables, herbs and flowers.
The Earthbox is ideal for converting heat producing, dead spaces like flat roofs or concrete patios into lush green spaces that help clean the air, reduce heat and grow food. Incorporating rainwater collection barrels to an existing earthbox system is just another way we can help the environment and lower our carbon footprint. Water is a precious resource that needs to be conserved in every possible way. We recommend the Great American Rain Barrel
The Great American Rain Barrel for is size (60 Gallons) and aesthetics. These barrels come in a number of colors to make for an attractive addition to a home or business. Visit the links below to see our garden and rain barrels.
