So today was gloomy as usual- though a little warmer, almost 70 in the early afternoon. It's heat more than sun that ripens tomatoes- so even with the gloom as long as the temperature continues to stay warm-ish, the new growth and a more cautious watering schedule means that I might get more than these … Continue reading Captain’s log: August 24th 2018
There definitely have been less aphids- and a lot of that is diligent killing and spraying, but nature is certainly giving me a helping hand. What's so nice is that all the ladybugs look different. Some are redder- some are more orange, Some have a few spots- some have many. I love each and everyone … Continue reading Ladybugs on patrol
In the distance is a palm tree. All the backyards on this block are connected, which is why we have such a feral cat problem. But it also means many years ago someone a few houses down planted a goddamn palm tree like it's goddamn Los Angeles or something and now- in this foul freezing … Continue reading Captain’s log: August 19th 2018
It rained in the early morning hours. Fuck everything. Look at that wet concrete. God everything was wet. Mind you for 90% of my garden that's a good thing. Just not for the tomato. God the tomato. God bless it. It put out a new flower. It lives in hope. But ugh look at those … Continue reading Captain’s log: August 14th 2018
The gloom seems to be lifting! Today wasn't the warmest, it barely cracked 69 degrees around 1pm, but it was sunny at least, and if it can only stay this way, maybe my tomato plant will at least ripen the little green tomatoes we have so far. (Not super optimistic about any more than that … Continue reading Captains log: August 11th 2018
The Neanderthal Gardens 