KFredenburg's blog: Looking Forward to Sowing in Spring?

Yes I am. However, being from California and moving to South Dakota, I thought I would see more rain/snow fall and therefore making it less stressful to sow. Yet we have seen mostly beautifully clear weather. Now some may say this is good and I should just enjoy it while I can. But I can't seem to do so. This beautiful weather only reminds me of a calm before a storm and the fact that we now have a well.

True the well is super deep and, so I've been told, should not have a problem with supply. But I have never had a well. What if, what if, what if? How much water should we use? Do I cut back and sow less? How should I know? I'm from California! We would automatically cut back and start a sea of succulents. You know, a sort of desert paradise with a rather small selection of fruits and veggies. I mean really...how much water is left?

Breathe in, breathe out. Ok, all better. Seriously though. How much water IS left? Is it ok to sow happily without a care in the world? To sow or not to sow. That is the question. Should I feel guilty every time I hear water being used? Yikes! The anxiety of it all.

Oh don't worry. I will sow, and do so happily. I just need to be extra watchful of where and why. Don't leave the water running while doing the dishes. Wash the car less. Use drip systems on timers and lots of mulch! Yes, I think I can sow and be excited about it. But I can also sow knowing I am sowing efficiently and wisely.

I know I'm probably overreacting, I just get anxieties whenever I use what is too much water in my mind. I've been told by the neighbors that they've never had their wells dry up, and some of them use tons of water for their livestock and ranches. We don't even have any livestock yet! So I know I'm fine. But there's always the what if's, and I want to be sure. Besides, it never hurts to be careful with how much water you use!

Happy gardening and stay safe!

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