Garden Stats: 750' elevation, 36* lattitude, rocky gravelly clay soil, cultivated space 1800 square feet, first frost date Oct 20, last frost date April 13, rural setting
My goal is to honor God through my labors with land and family.
Joined: Mar 2009 Gender: Female Posts: 944 Location: Zone 8-Coastal North Carolina
Re: waggle dance « Reply #1 on Oct 24, 2009, 9:23am »
I betcha the bees would disagree with the scientists though. Then again, if we REALLY knew what went through the minds of bees, we would probably be mortified with shame!
Jo - A developing farmer based on Bible teachings. Diversity, research, and chemical independence are key. Our top soil is about 12 to 18 inches of depleted sandy loam. Under that is a layer of light colored clay. Our sons will soon have more information as they learn to dig deeper and deeper holes. www.TrulyThankful.typepad.com