No pictures- just pain. Was doing a check of the back after today's haul (see next post XD) and the zucchini was on its side- it's stem having been chewed through? or more likely have molded away in the wet. My feelings on voles/gophers may change significantly depending on if this was cold related or … Continue reading RIP zucchini
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Captain’s log: August 19th 2018
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
Captains log: August 11th 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
Captain’s log: August 8th 2018
3 weeks post-surgery my weight bearing restrictions have been lifted. Sadly the general gloom that has invading San Francisco this August has not lifted, and the atmosphere is cold and moist. While that means something good in terms of water-savings, it means the overall wetness of my plants is not going to stop anytime soon. … Continue reading Captain’s log: August 8th 2018
A cool July
We've had a relatively cool July here in San Francisco- some days were downright chilly, giving at least some truth to that Mark Twain quote that he probably never said. It's been a bit of a nail-biter for me, worrying about my various veggies. The zucchini plant was a late replacement for a crook neck … Continue reading A cool July
The Neanderthal Gardens 