I've been getting the raised beds ready for spring planting. The soil is warming up nicely and I added some compost last weekend. I'm thinking of doing tomatoes in the back bed and peppers in the front. The basil and cilantro will go along the edges. We had a good turnout at the last planning meeting. About fifteen people signed up for plots this year. That's up from last season. I still need to fix the watering system before things really take off. The drip lines need some adjustment and I want to make sure the timer is set properly. Let me know if you want to come by and see the setup. I could use a second opinion on the layout before I start transplanting everything. The weather forecast looks favorable for the next couple of weeks so I want to get as much done as possible this weekend.

We also decided to add a small herb spiral near the entrance. It should look nice and be practical for quick picking. I found some stepping stones at a local supplier that would work well for the pathways. If the timing works out, I may also put in a few marigolds around the border. They help deter some pests and add a bit of color. Let me know what you think about the overall plan.