Monthly Archives: June 2013

Harvest Monday, June 24, 2013

Not sure how it happened, but this past week, I managed to overschedule my activities and had to neglect the gardens. A truly messed up week. Not much was harvested. The green stem Chinese celery bolted. Was it due to the … Continue reading

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Harvest Monday, June 17, 2013

This past week has been a very wet and cool week. The heat loving plants (tomatoes, eggplants, peppers, Chinese long beans, etc.) in my garden are at a standstill. Lost 30% of my okras plants and may lose a few more. The slugs, however, … Continue reading

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Harvest Monday, June 10, 2013 – Chayote & Heirloom Goji Berry Plants Update + Transplanting

Veggie garden is now fully planted and most of the plants, except the okra, are looking good. Had a couple nights of temp in the 40’s during the week. The leaves on the okra plants drooped, turned yellow and fell off. I am hoping the … Continue reading

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Harvest Monday, June 3, 2013 – Chinese long Beans, Black Soy Beans + Purple Sweet Potato in Container

It was HOT and humid this past week, 90’s for 3 days in a row. Of course when it is HOT salad is the preferred meals. Harvested a variety of greens, herbs and edible flowers from the garden for salad. Below … Continue reading

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