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In reply to the discussion: Let's kick this form into action. What are you planning to grow in your 2025 garden? [View all]MiHale
(12,352 posts)20. Trying something on the bales this winter...
Last spring one of my new bales that I set up and wintered over had a terrible time thawing out. Location was the biggest problem not enough early spring sun. So we changed location to a more favorable spot. All good. Then, maybe over thinking things a bit I wrapped the bales in old ground cover to hope the sun warms the bales as early as possible. I dont plan on leaving it on during the summer because it could heat the bale way too much.
Ive been looking at tons of videos on YouTube havent seen anyone doing it. Any foreseeable problems?
Northern Michigan growing zone 5a

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Let's kick this form into action. What are you planning to grow in your 2025 garden? [View all]
NewHendoLib
Jan 2025
OP
I really want to get this form active - focusing on healthy pursuits will help us through the next 4 years!
NewHendoLib
Jan 2025
#2
this all sounds great. I've really gone all in on straw bales - they really excel for me.
NewHendoLib
Jan 2025
#19
sounds great. Yes, I always feel better when pondering gardening in winter.
NewHendoLib
Jan 2025
#18
Just watched one of your presentations regarding container and straw bale gardening
drray23
Jan 2025
#10
Pine straw doesn't really break down quickly enough, and repels water - hence the wheat straw. I've not tried
NewHendoLib
Jan 2025
#17
I really like Jimmy Nardello - what a pepper machine! Growing in containers is also a joy.
NewHendoLib
Jan 2025
#15
this all sounds great. My gardens are now decreasing a bit in size as my age increases!
NewHendoLib
Jan 2025
#14