What a day! Lots of downpours as well as thunder and lightning. Mother Nature provided us with some much needed rain, but her timing was less than stellar (over-night rains are much preferred). Regardless, this week's harvest is complete and here is what we'll be bringing to … [Read more...]
Slug it out with Slugs in Your Garden
Slugs. They are the current enemy #1 in my home garden. They are quickly eating through many of my seedlings. I've done a bit of research on these little devils and thought I would share what I've learned. slug damage Garden crops have a lot of … [Read more...]
A great resource for garden pests and disease information
We are often asked about problems that people are having with their gardens and plants. Gardener's Supply Company has provided a Pest & Disease Detective that will make it a little easier to find out what may be going on and earth-friendly solutions. Thank you to … [Read more...]
what we’re bringing to market – July 2nd
What a beautiful day in Rhode Island! We had a great harvest and look forward to providing you with some tasty vegetables and stunning flowers. Take a look at a couple photos taken today of the lilies that will be making their way to the Pawtuxet Village Farmers' Market with … [Read more...]
Gold of Bacau Wax Pole Bean
We'd like to announce the arrival of the Gold of Bacau Wax Pole Beans! While Christina was working on a farm in France, she was introduced to growing pole beans in a hoop house. In tribute to her mentor, Christina searched for a pole bean to plant in her own hoop house. … [Read more...]
what we’re bringing to market – June 25th
For those attending the Pawtuxet Farmers' Market this weekend you'll be delighted to find that we will be bringing: For the first time of the season......Gold of Bacau Wax Pole Beans!!!!.....Papaya Pear Summer Squash!!!...Ronde de Nice Zucchini!!! Also, Collard Greens, … [Read more...]
Summer Solstice…and onions?
Happy Summer Solstice to all! In a few hours (1:16 p.m.) the sun will be directly overhead at the Tropic of Cancer and we will be experiencing the longest day of the year. Did you know that this is a very important day for onions? Onions are sensitive to the amount of day … [Read more...]
Thank you…and welcome to the website!
Thank you to all of you that attended the Pawtuxet Village Farmers' Market today. The weather was beautiful and once again we were able to set up with two tents! Plenty of room for beautiful flowers and delicious vegetables. We are looking forward to the harvests becoming … [Read more...]
Escarole!
We'll have escarole at the Pawtuxet Farmers' Market this week. Don't know much about escarole? Here are some things you might like to know about this healthy and hearty green. High in folic acid, fiber, and vitamins A & K, escarole can be eaten raw or gently cooked. It … [Read more...]
Garden City Center Art Festival, Saturday, June 11th
Blue Skys Farm will be in attendance at the Farmers Market portion of Garden City Center Art Festival this Saturday. Please stop by our tent, say hello to Christina, and view the beautiful flowers and herbs she'll have for sale. … [Read more...]
Pawtuxet Farmers’ Market
Here's Christina under the double tent we set up for the Memorial Day Weekend market at Pawtuxet Village. (click on photo for larger version) … [Read more...]
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