Today was clear and cool. Very cool, under 50 degrees. One of those things that made me glad the only warm weather plant out back was my wonderful pepper, which will be the subject of another post. Everything was so well watered from the heavens opening up I didn't have to do anything except take … Continue reading Captain’s log: February 10th 2019
Well It's instructive to see what's really benefited from the rain, and what hasn't. The surprise garlic like getting drenched. The Pac Choi are growing like mad- something is chewing on them though. The string of pearls succulent is all plump again. And the turnips are happy campers too. The peas still haven't sprouted, neither … Continue reading Post-rain overview
Some more surprising then others. Anytime everything gets watered as opposed to the targeted watering that only waters what you want watered- weeds pop up obviously, but also plants you might not expect. For instance, in the shade herb bed we had two allium surprises. The chives popping back up wasn't a huge surprise, I … Continue reading Winter rains bring surprises
The Neanderthal Gardens 