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Mini Microgreen Market

3/2/2023

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We humans are fickle things.
In October and November I'm eager for the snow to return. Running outside at it's first sign in a tshirt and relishing the feeling of blistering cold.
In March I'm begging it to leave. Pleading. Cajoling. Giving Promises. If only it would go and the warmth and sun and green and growing return.
I've forgotten what it was like to feel comfortable in a tshirt and sandals outside, to not have frozen fingers and feet stuffed into boots. 
I've forgotten the ease of not needing to plan extra time to scrape ice off my windshield or carry water to the hens.
I've forgotten what summer feels like and, even though I know better, a part of me almost wonders if it will ever return.

And, usually, in this deepest place of despair and grumpiness and cabin fever, the Sun suddenly shines. Almost as if she wants to ensure the grandest entrance, the greatest appreciation for her shine, and the biggest welcome for her return.
So I make sure I run outside in a tshirt and feel the warmth of her shine, turn my face to her face, and smile and laugh and give her the greatest, most ebullient standing ovation possible, for she is what helps the green things to grow
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If you've never grown them, you rarely get to see the glow up the micros go through! In a few hours, they go from barely germinating to full on reaching for the sun
What are Microgreens?
 
  • Microgreens are the young shoots of some of you favorite veggies, herbs, and even edible flowers.
  • They are soil-grown, usually in shallow trays, but sometimes directly in a garden (this is different than sprouts that are germinated in water only)
  • Most grow very fast and harvest is usually within 7-14 days after sowing
  • They are harvested just before or just after the first true leaf appears (this can sometimes be a window of only a few hours!)
  • They are packed full of nutrients and minerals for the good of your body 
  • I pick the ones with the tastiest flavors (healthy things don't need to taste icky or bland!)
  • They keep for about 7-10 days after harvest so you gotta buy them fresh and local
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​If you happen to be a sky watcher and are lucky enough to get some clear skies towards the west at dusk tonight, Jupiter (upper left) and Venus (lower right) will be nearly on top of each other visually (called a conjunction)!
After they will pass each other as they each go on their ways through the skies.
Whenever I feel the world losing it's feeling of enchantment, I need only look at the night skies and remember that those stars and planets are there even during the mundane brightness of day.
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The cats have been enjoying the odd day of sunshine here and there, but not so much the other days of wind and cold and snow. And, honestly, neither does this farmer. Sheesh! Doesn't the weather know I've got projects to get done in the field before too long that can't be done with a foot of icy snowpack in the way!
Nevertheless,
it is still wonderful to get out and enjoy those bluebird days!
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What's available this week?
  • Veggies!
    • microgreens for all tastes!
  • Seeds!
    • so many varieties to get your garden growing
    • Don't forget there are limited varieties available at Homesteaders in Libby!
  • Herbals
    • Infused Body Oils
    • Essences
    • Dragon's Scale Salve
  • Flowers
    • Dried Bouquets
    • Petal Sachets
  • Jewelry
    • Bead Woven Bracelets & Rings
  • Recycled Paper
Where to find it all?

The Mini Microgreen Market of course, running all winter!
Thursdays from 12-1pm at the Libby Chamber of Commerce
*come inside where it's warm & toasty while the micros are chill in their mini cooler*
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Mini Microgreen Market

2/23/2023

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Since the weather seems determined to scarper my best laid plans for outside work, I've turned my attention to fixing the inventory problem on the online store. The best solution, if not the easiest or quickest, is to rebuild the store on my regular webpage. This is working well since I'm adding new products anyways so being able to format it from the ground up again is nice. It does mean it will take me a few weeks to get everything transferred and formatted. So, don't hold your breath just yet, but the new store is coming!
And, of course, this newsletter is the best way to hear about it once it's here.
Until then, stay warm and keep dreaming of the inevitable spring!
Almost forgot to mention that you can now get a selection of flower seeds from the farm at Homesteaders in Libby!
Look for my little display of local, farm-saved seeds to add a bit of color to your world  
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Microgreens are a great way to chase away the cabin fever blues and give hints of all the good green things to come!
What are Microgreens?
 
  • Microgreens are the young shoots of some of you favorite veggies, herbs, and even edible flowers.
  • They are soil-grown, usually in shallow trays, but sometimes directly in a garden (this is different than sprouts that are germinated in water only)
  • Most grow very fast and harvest is usually within 7-14 days after sowing
  • They are harvested just before or just after the first true leaf appears (this can sometimes be a window of only a few hours!)
  • They are packed full of nutrients and minerals for the good of your body 
  • I pick the ones with the tastiest flavors (healthy things don't need to taste icky or bland!)
  • They keep for about 7-10 days after harvest so you gotta buy them fresh and local
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My sister gifted the hens and I an automatic feeder that opens up to reveal the food when they stand on the pedal! They are in training mode right now so it is locked open but they flocked (□) to it right away. It keeps their food dry and locked up from varmints (you must read that with an old timey accent lol) so that I don't have to be out their with their food first thing! It gives me a chance to focus on other tasks in the morning knowing they aren't gasping for grub
The kittens are almost as grumpy as me about the renewed cold and snow
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When it's cold outside what better place to snuggle than on a warm blanket that may have a heated blanket underneath ;)
  • What's available this week?
  • Veggies!
    • microgreens for all tastes!
  • Seeds!
    • so many varieties to get your garden growing
  • Herbals
    • Infused Body Oils
    • Essences
    • Dragon's Scale Salve
  • Flowers
    • Dried Bouquets
    • Petal Sachets
  • Jewelry
    • Bead Woven Bracelets & Rings
  • Recycled Paper
Where to find it all?

The Mini Microgreen Market of course, running all winter!
Thursdays from 12-1pm at the Libby Chamber of Commerce
*come inside where it's warm & toasty while the micros are chill in their mini cooler*
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February 15th, 2023

2/15/2023

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We are back to our normal Thursday delivery schedule!

Now there won't only be microgreens available, but also some Dragon's Scale Salve, Herbal Infused Body Oils, and Dried Flower Bouquets.

They'll be listed online soon, adding photos, writing descriptions, and getting all the shipping and delivery settings finalized isn't a five minute task. Until then, I'll bring a sampling a items in each Thursday, but if you want to look over something specific, let me know!
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The radishes like to grow thick and tall like mini trees, their canopy reaching for the light
What are Microgreens?
 
  • Microgreens are the young shoots of some of you favorite veggies, herbs, and even edible flowers.
  • They are soil-grown, usually in shallow trays, but sometimes directly in a garden (this is different than sprouts that are germinated in water only)
  • Most grow very fast and harvest is usually within 7-14 days after sowing
  • They are harvested just before or just after the first true leaf appears (this can sometimes be a window of only a few hours!)
  • They are packed full of nutrients and minerals for the good of your body 
  • I pick the ones with the tastiest flavors (healthy things don't need to taste icky or bland!)
  • They keep for about 7-10 days after harvest so you gotta buy them fresh and local
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Even if one of the big flower-giving holidays is gone, you can still get flowers for yourself or anyone else without having a holiday to remind you. Might it even be more special to give or get flowers on a day when there is no outside incentive to?
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And when it's wet from either rain or melt outside, the kittens get a little help to use up all their extraordinary energy
What's available this week?
  • Veggies!
    • microgreens for all tastes!
  • Seeds!
    • so many varieties to get your garden growing
  • Herbals
    • Infused Body Oils
    • Essences
    • Dragon's Scale Salve
  • Flowers
    • Dried Bouquets
    • Petal Sachets
  • Jewelry
    • Bead Woven Bracelets & Rings
  • Recycled Paper
Where to find it all?

The Mini Microgreen Market of course, running all winter!
Thursdays from 12-1pm at the Libby Chamber of Commerce
*come inside where it's warm & toasty while the micros are chill in their mini cooler*
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Mini Microgreen Market

2/2/2023

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Is it almost another Thursday again?!     you betcha!

Me and my micros will be in the Libby Chamber from 12-1pm this Thursday, and if you can't make it then but are in Libby, I might just be able to bring them to you!
The Arugula (½ of the Spicy Mix) is extra poppin green this week!

As more and more flower seeds join the grow room fun, the micros start to feel a little crowded, but they are never left behind. 

Who could do that to such verdant lushness!
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And growing them isn't glamorous, especially this time of year. 

At least in summer, I am outside the greenhouse surrounded by a green field. In winter, I am in the 8x10' walk-in-cooler with a door that freezes shut when it's below 0F outside (as it's 55-60F inside), moving around flats and bags of seeds and soil kinda like your trying to make your bed with you in it, lol.

We do what we must ☺️
What are Microgreens?
 
  • Microgreens are the young shoots of some of you favorite veggies, herbs, and even edible flowers.
  • They are soil-grown, usually in shallow trays, but sometimes directly in a garden (this is different than sprouts that are germinated in water only)
  • Most grow very fast and harvest is usually within 7-14 days after sowing
  • They are harvested just before or just after the first true leaf appears (this can sometimes be a window of only a few hours!)
  • They are packed full of nutrients and minerals for the good of your body 
  • I pick the ones with the tastiest flavors (healthy things don't need to taste icky or bland!)
  • They keep for about 7-10 days after harvest so you gotta buy them fresh and local
These Dried Flower beauties will be making their debut at the Sweethearts Market on Saturday, February 11th. Why not show your sweetheart your everlasting love for them with a bouquet of everlasting flowers?!
​With the weather warming up again, the kitties are glad to get outside, especially if it means a rare winter field trip into the greenhouse!
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Where to find it all?

The Mini Microgreen Market of course, running all winter!
Thursdays from 12-1pm at the Libby Chamber of Commerce
*come inside where it's warm & toasty while the micros are chill in their mini cooler*

The Sweetheart Market
February 11th from 10-6pm
at the Ponderosa Room in Libby
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Mini Microgreen Market

1/25/2023

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Do the microgreens ever end?
Not really!

Even once the regular full season markets start up they keep getting germinated, harvested, and packed up for you. But until then, they are available every Thursday from 12-1pm inside the Libby Chamber
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The microgreens are lovin' their warm, humid grow room. It's also nice to walk into when it's a little frigid outside.
What are Microgreens?
 
  • Microgreens are the young shoots of some of you favorite veggies, herbs, and even edible flowers.
  • They are soil-grown, usually in shallow trays, but sometimes directly in a garden (this is different than sprouts that are germinated in water only)
  • Most grow very fast and harvest is usually within 7-14 days after sowing
  • They are harvested just before or just after the first true leaf appears (this can sometimes be a window of only a few hours!)
  • They are packed full of nutrients and minerals for the good of your body 
  • I pick the ones with the tastiest flavors (healthy things don't need to taste icky or bland!)
  • They keep for about 7-10 days after harvest so you gotta buy them fresh and local
One of the projects I've been busy working on in my winter cabin cave is a bevy of beaded bracelets and rings! They'll be making their debut at the Sweethearts Market on February 11th in Libby.
After that they'll be available online!
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No cuddly photos this week cause the cats & kittens discovered that the previous melty temps followed by some freezing temps means a solid snowpack and they can go everywhere and anywhere, which also meant I had to do a lot of monitoring from the cabin windows and porch like a worried parent watching their kids do potentially dangerous things □
Where to find it all?

The Mini Microgreen Market of course, running all winter!
Thursdays from 12-1pm at the Libby Chamber of Commerce
*come inside where it's warm & toasty while the micros are chill in their mini cooler*

The Sweetheart Market
February 11th from 10-6pm
at the Ponderosa Room in Libby
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Mini Microgreen Market

1/18/2023

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Another Wednesday, another reminder about the Mini Microgreen Market tomorrow from 12-1pm at the Libby Area Chamber.

Also, I'll be at the Sweetheart Market, February 11th, from 10-6 in Libby. Some of my multiple winter projects has been working on making more products ya'll loved and new ones! This'll be the place to see them all before the season of fresh flowers begins!
PictureThe Microgreens get growing good in this not really warm, but not so cold weather. These are the robust radishes featured in the Spicy Mix!

What are Microgreens?
 
  • Microgreens are the young shoots of some of you favorite veggies, herbs, and even edible flowers.
  • They are soil-grown, usually in shallow trays, but sometimes directly in a garden (this is different than sprouts that are germinated in water only)
  • Most grow very fast and harvest is usually within 7-14 days after sowing
  • They are harvested just before or just after the first true leaf appears (this can sometimes be a window of only a few hours!)
  • They are packed full of nutrients and minerals for the good of your body 
  • I pick the ones with the tastiest flavors (healthy things don't need to taste icky or bland!)
  • They keep for about 7-10 days after harvest so you gotta buy them fresh and local
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New Dragon's Scale Salve (previously Dragon's Balm) is getting ready! Everything is handmade. Hand-picked, farm-grown or wildcrafted herbs. Hand-muddled into the organic oils. Hand-poured into their containers. Hand-labeled. It's a good thing this stuff soothes all the ouchies your hands can get!
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Stop by and see all the new and returning products like the Dragon's Scale Salve, lots of wonderful Dried Flowers for your special Sweetheart, and more.
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Of course, I have my own special Sweethearts
What's available this week?
  • Veggies!
    • Spicy Mix
    • Sunflower Shoots
    • Nasturtium Shoots
  • Seeds!
    • check online store (link below) for available varieties
Where to find it all?

The Mini Microgreen Market of course, running all winter!
Thursdays from 12-1pm at the Libby Chamber of Commerce
*come inside where it's warm & toasty while the micros are chill in their mini cooler*
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Mini Microgreen Market

1/11/2023

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Another Wednesday, another reminder about the Mini Microgreen Market each Thursday throughout the winter.
Stop by (inside) the Libby Chamber of Commerce between 12-1pm to pick them up!

If you need to reserve any, or request a local drop off (within Libby only please), reply and I'll set them aside for you.
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The all new Nasturtiums pack that bright & zesty punch that you just might need to get through another cloudy winter week
PictureWhy spend hours fighting with computer code when you can hand paint a fun sign?! I'm still working to fix the inventory issues from the website and by 'work' I mean ignore, lol. But I painted a cute sign instead! Priorities right!? Stop by to admire it mini cuteness ;)

What are Microgreens?
 
  • Microgreens are the young shoots of some of you favorite veggies, herbs, and even edible flowers.
  • They are soil-grown, usually in shallow trays, but sometimes directly in a garden (this is different than sprouts that are germinated in water only)
  • Most grow very fast and harvest is usually within 7-14 days after sowing
  • They are harvested just before or just after the first true leaf appears (this can sometimes be a window of only a few hours!)
  • They are packed full of nutrients and minerals for the good of your body 
  • I pick the ones with the tastiest flavors (healthy things don't need to taste icky or bland!)
  • They keep for about 7-10 days after harvest so you gotta buy them fresh and local
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These kitten cuddles are as fresh as this weeks microgreens! I caught the rare pairing of Hecate and Oliver deep in face smooshies (Hella wanted to be closer to the warm fire :) )
What's available this week?
  • Veggies!
    • microgreens for all tastes!
    • Spicy Mix
    • Mild Mix
    • Sunflower Shoots
    • Nasturtiums
  • Seeds!
    • check online store (link below) for available varieties
Where to find it all?

The Mini Microgreen Market of course, running all winter!
Thursdays from 12-1pm at the Libby Chamber of Commerce
*come inside where it's warm & toasty while the micros are chill in their mini cooler*
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Mini Microgreen Market

1/4/2023

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Thursday is the Mini Microgreen Market at the Libby Chamber from 12-1pm.

Come get your old fav or discover a new one!
There'll be the trusty Mild Mix, zesty Spicy Mix, Sunflower Shoots, and the new Nasturtiums which are sure to put a smile on your face and a pep in your step on these dreary, foggy, damp, and cold winter days.

I'm working on getting the inventory management on the online store fixed so its streamlined for both you and me, but until then, reply to this email with your order to ensure it'll be available or just stop by during the Mini Microgreen Market and test your luck.
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They're so tender, so fresh, so crispy!
What are Microgreens?
 
  • Microgreens are the young shoots of some of you favorite veggies, herbs, and even edible flowers.
  • They are soil-grown, usually in shallow trays, but sometimes directly in a garden (this is different than sprouts that are germinated in water only)
  • Most grow very fast and harvest is usually within 7-14 days after sowing
  • They are harvested just before or just after the first true leaf appears (this can sometimes be a window of only a few hours!)
  • They are packed full of nutrients and minerals for the good of your body 
  • I pick the ones with the tastiest flavors for the good of your enjoyment and pleasure (healthy things don't need to taste icky or bland!)
  • They keep for about 7-10 days after harvest so you gotta buy them fresh and local
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PSA: When you get the fire in your wood stove going really, really hot (ya know when you can smell hot metal lol), you may then find that any cats present will crawl out from their favorite perches next to the stove and proceed to melt upon the floor
What's available this week?
  • Veggies!
    • microgreens for all tastes!
  • Seeds!
    • check online store (link below) for available varieties
Where to find it all?

The Mini Microgreen Market of course, running all winter!
Thursdays from 12-1pm at the Libby Chamber of Commerce
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Microgreens!

12/14/2022

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Pickup available December 15th from 12-1pm
at the Libby Chamber of Commerce

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There is Spicy Mix available featuring the robust crisp and zest of Daikon Radish
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There is Mild Mix available with the gentle flavor of Kale and Pac Choi
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And the new Nasturtium! You might be familiar with the peppery snap of their blooms in summer, a taste shared by their edible leaves. They make a great garnish for salads, wraps, sandwiches, and everything else that could use a little kick of flavor
What's available this week?
  • Veggies!
    • the microgreens are baaaack 🤯
  • Seeds!
    • so, so many
Where to find it all?

Pick up at the Libby Chamber of Commerce Thursdays from 12-1pm
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Might Micro(green)s

5/20/2020

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Since most of the week has featured yet more planting and transplanting, I'm featuring the highlights of microgreens production. Basically, it's put some seeds on soil, water them, and watch them grow, but there are a few quirky bits that I went 'hmm' to when I first grew them.

They have so many good qualities (low maintenance, quick to grow, quick to harvest, tasty!, and especially, they are super duper packed with nutrients!). Imagine all the nutrients a full size plant has and pack the bulk of it into two tiny leaves and a skinny stem!

On the flower front, the Tulips of the Week are Fostery King (a bold red petal with bright golden center) and Rasta Parrot (a rainbow of Caribbean colors on curly petals).
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Next they are stacked! Yep, right on top of one another. Even the tippy top one gets a cover of an overturned humidity dome weighted with rooted cuttings. This is an important step that helps those surface-strewn seeds grip into the thin layer of soil.
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Longer stems make them easier to cut and harvest! Sowing them really dense and not giving them the too much light helps with that!
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Only 14 days after sowing, they have grown to the right size and are heading to be harvested! A short cart ride from the Dragon Dome greenhouse to the shiny & new carport washing & packing area, they are cut, mixed, and bagged up. The remaining soil, stem ends, and roots are dumped into the field and chicken runs for the hens to enjoy and make tidy work of cleaning up! Talk about zero waste!
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And the shiny, new washing & packing area is finally shiny! With the electrical work all done and connected, I can finally see everything and have lots of space to work on many projects at once as I try to finish them in a frenzy to get them all done before the full harvest season starts when the field crops are ready
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This weeks tulips are the bold and beautiful Fostery King and the otherworldly Rasta Parrot! Ya man, they be jammin!
What's available this week?
  • Eggs!
    • dozen pasture-raised, rainbow chicken eggs 
    • half dozen pasture-raised duck eggs 
  • Flowers!
    • Daffodil Bunches
    • Tulip Bunches 
  • Veggies!
    • Microgreens
      • Spicy Mix
      • Mild Mix
Where to find it all?
I'll be at the Farmers Market at Libby, this Thursday from 3-7pm!

I'll be at the Troy Farmers Market, this Friday from 330-630pm!

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