Day 3 - 26.03.2025

On Wednesday we were joined in the garden by four kererū, two tūī, one kōtare many flittering pepe ao uri, and Lola. 

We tested and measured more wai distribution methods, checked in on the beets, hung signs, calculated soil volume needed and planned the next two weeks of planting. 

Lola gifted us some yarrow that I dug out of her garden and will plant next week too. She also gave me a tour of her home apothecary shop, her paintings and the creatures she makes out of paper mache. They are cartoon characters from her childhood in Russia. She sculpts familiar friends. We talked about politics and the care rituals we bring with us when we migrate to different lands. She imports products from the Ukraine that bring comfort to folks in her community. Tinctures, homeopathy, balms and salves to soothe the body and the heart. 

Next weeks planting plan: 

Marigolds 

Calendula 

Rosemary’s 

Sage

Thyme

Spring Bulbs 

Dandelion’s 

Artichoke

Transplant mint from home 

Lavender 

Iris bulbs 

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