22 April 2008

You Bet Your Asparagus

I had the pleasure of getting to meet Mike McGrath of public radio's "You Bet Your Garden" when he came to town last week to speak at the Garden Faire. Our local NPR station, WETS, hosted a member event reception at the Abingdon Farmer's Market. Also on the bill were local musicians Susan Brown & Friends to provide the entertainment. We munched on some refreshments provided by Kelli Mehl and enjoyed the music. The downside was when McGrath told me that I've probably lost the asparagus that I planted last year since only a couple of spears have emerged. I'm bummed to have to wait another year to establish the bed, assuming I can still find some crowns to replant.