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Elliot Jackson
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  • Austin, TX
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Shari Estes commented on Elliot Jackson's photo
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"I like you you made good use of the refrigderator's warmth on top!  I might have to do that, too!  "
Jul 30, 2011
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Elliot Jackson commented on Rachel Butler's blog post Garden Growth Slowed? Try an organic solution.
"This list is awesome, Rache... thanks for sharing! I will say, for those that are overwhelmed by the list and need a recommendation, that John's Recipe is the shiznit. I make it myself using the recipe on the Natural Gardener site ,…"
May 10, 2010
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Tomatillo Planting

"YAY!! thanks Robert and Elliot!"
May 10, 2010
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Ty Mellon commented on Elliot Jackson's video
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"Hey Guys! Thanks SO much for sharing the video! I like the direct upload also! :) Way to use FOOGS capabilities!"
Apr 10, 2010
Elliot Jackson commented on Rachel Butler's event Grand Opening Celebration of Austin Farmers' Market in Republic Square Park
"I wish I could, but I'm going out of town for the weekend :("
Jan 20, 2010
Ty Mellon commented on Elliot Jackson's photo
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"Very cool stuff, Elliot! Thanks for posting!!"
Jan 10, 2010
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Jan 9, 2010
Elliot Jackson commented on Tom Butler's blog post Gettin' Down and Dirty
"Great article, Tom! Robert Adams, my roommate and fellow FOOGS member, and I just started some heirloom tomato seeds last week and they just sprouted. We just installed some grow lights from Lowe's above the fridge and are looking forward to…"
Jan 8, 2010
Elliot Jackson is attending Rachel Butler's event

Resolution Gardens Potluck/Movie Night at Brave New Bookstore

January 9, 2010 from 6pm to 9pm
Join Johnny Barnett of Resolution Gardens and Keith Wahrer, co-owner of Daily Juice for a night of fun, food, information and entertainment. We will be holding our first event of the new year at Brave New BooksBring a dish made from local ingredients to share from 6-7. Johnny and Keith will then lead a short discussion on the nutritional, economic and community benefits of fresh, local and raw foods. After that we will screen the phenomenal film that has everybody re-thinking the way they eat -…See More
Jan 6, 2010
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Elliot Jackson replied to Ty Mellon's discussion Backyard Gardening Discussion (General)
"http://www.bbg.org/gar2/topics/kitchen/handbooks/tomatoes/2.html Tomato Terms—or, What is an F1 Hybrid, Anyway? by Karan Davis Cutler Gardening by mail is nothing new in this country, though service has improved since 1631, the year John…"
Dec 21, 2009
Elliot Jackson and Robert N. Adams are now friends
Dec 5, 2009
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Tomato and pepper homeless shelter
Dec 5, 2009
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Rachel Butler commented on Elliot Jackson's blog post Local CSA's
"Urban Patchwork http://www.urbanpatchwork.org"
Nov 17, 2009
Rachel Butler commented on Elliot Jackson's blog post Local CSA's
"awesome share, Elliot. A member of our FOOGs community, Paige Hill also started a new CSA program, called Urban Patchwork. Be sure to check it out. I think they are in their pilot program phase. Thanks for all the other contacts."
Nov 17, 2009

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What would you like to get out of FOOGS?
I've been gardening for almost a year now, under the guidance of my roommate who has been doing it a while longer, and am just hoping for a place to share ideas and experiences with other gardeners and possibly barter for crops.
What is your level of experience with backyard gardening?
Been gardening less than a year
If you currently grow anything, what do you like to grow?
tomatoes, jalapenos, anaheim peppers, ancho peppers, okras, and green godess eggplants.
How did you hear about FOOGS? (If referred by someone, please say who)
Rachel Butler

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Local CSA's

Posted on November 16, 2009 at 10:30pm 2 Comments

Last night, a friend of mine and I were having dinner and she mentioned the idea of the CSA, a Community Supported Agricultural program that offers weekly boxes, called "shares", of enough organic vegetables for a family of 4 for $30-40/week for either pickup or delivery, depending on the service. They usually require a minimal 4 week commitment, though. Some of them will also let you volunteer on their property in exchange for a share. Yes, the idea sounds a little like what greenling.com… Continue

Earthtainer

Posted on November 13, 2009 at 4:39pm 2 Comments

I came across this nifty idea and thought I'd share... DIY plans for a self-watering tomato container!

http://earthtainer.tomatofest.com/

Tomato Blossom Set Spray

Posted on November 13, 2009 at 4:30pm 1 Comment

I found this product online and am considering using this stuff to squeeze out some extra tomatoes before the temperatures hit freezing. Any thoughts? I am concerned with keeping my crops organic so I'm wondering if adding this hormone spray to the mix is considered a huge no-no. Thanks in advance for any info or ideas you may have.

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At 3:25pm on November 11, 2009, Rachel Butler said…
love your pics Elliot!
 
 
 

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