July 2010 . Basil Garden: Month 1
Living in a dense urban city has made me really appreciate the little things that small towns/suburbs have to offer. Some days I crave the peace and quiet or slower pace of life. Other days, I want to gaze out into my own beautiful garden. And though I love living in the city and have no plans to leave anytime soon, the inspiration from the beautiful blog by Rachel of My Balcony Garden and the nudging of some very dear friends has got me taking the first steps in having my own itty-bitty garden.
August 2010 . Basil Garden: Month 2
So I’ve begun chronicling the growth of my teeny-tiny plant. From seedling to sprouts, It’s part of the urban oasis that I’m cultivating in my own little home. This morning I woke up and could smell the faint wispy aroma of fresh basil. Even though the little bootie that it’s planted in is pint-sized, I’m hoping that the basil will grow up big enough so that I can add it into my weekly meals. Nothing like fresh basil in pasta or soup or salads to make a meal complete.
Not pictured here is the recent addition of two new pots–one an orange pot nursing a baby succulent–and another, my airplane seedlings. (The description comes from a friend who gave it to me who works in the aerospace industry.) As those develop, I plan to chronicle their growth as well!
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