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Gardening Tasks

Budding
·2 min read·Planted Feb 2026
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Current Projects

Planning & Design

  • Identify optimal planting schedule for Raised Beds
  • Research companion planting combinations
  • Map sun exposure throughout the day
  • Design water-efficient irrigation layout

Planter Setup

  • Install drip irrigation system
  • Install cross bars or stakes for climbing plants
  • Transplant seedlings when weather permits
  • Add mulch layer after planting
Two preparations run in parallel: acclimating seedlings and preparing supports and irrigation. They converge at transplanting, followed by observation and watering adjustments.
Treat planter setup as a dependency map: prepare seedlings and infrastructure before planting, then inspect the bed and adjust care. The sequence is illustrative, not a calendar or a fixed watering prescription. Original conceptual diagram based on University of Minnesota Extension, Growing tomatoes in home gardens.

Infrastructure

  • Run ethernet cables for smart garden monitoring
  • Set up security cameras:
    • Front of house coverage
    • Balcony view
    • Garden area monitoring

Seasonal Tasks

Spring Preparation

  • Test and amend soil
  • Clean and sharpen tools
  • Order seeds and starts
  • Repair raised bed edges if needed

Ongoing Maintenance

  • Weekly watering schedule
  • Monthly fertilizing routine
  • Pest and disease monitoring
  • Harvest log tracking

Future Plans

  • Build compost system
  • Create herb spiral
  • Install rain collection barrel
  • Develop pollinator garden section

Resources

Further reading