Sounds like a very productive garden this year. I always get worn out by August, and don’t usually think about planting anything till fall. Winter wheat, garlic, a few cover crops.
Hubby on the other hand just finished his newest garden plot and was raring to go. So he’s been a busy little bee planting and harvesting.
We have more summer squash than we can possibly eat. Last year I pickled some, but I don’t think he ever ate even one. He keeps asking me how I can preserve them, and could I pickle them, and I keep asking him if he likes them pickled.LOL
I did promise that I would pickle a batch of zuke spears. Told hime we only needed a couple of plants. He planted 12 plants. Can you imagine what I’m probably going to have later this year?
What I don’t understand is how come we get such good growth of squash and zip canteloupe and watermelon? I know one thing, I am never planting another pea. Just not worth the effort. Got may\be 3 pods.
LOL! well, in my case at my rate of production, 12 zuke plants would be about right! LOL! However in your case, it is a horrifying thought! I hope your churches and community love zuke!
I have not even had the temerity to try cantaloup and watermelon.
LOL! I did some snow peas early in the season under a tree. I got several pods, but were not really as productive as I might hope for. I think I might give them a rest too, at least for next year. Not sure why I havent given up on squash yet though.
This 'Saturday Summary' suggests cooler temps and increased moisture for Central U.S.
Might even suggest a second planting for this cooler summer, or even delayed plantings for fall crops ( or maybe just a head-start ? )
Thanks Excellence !
I always appreciate your links to Joe Bastardi, especially when he predicts climate/ weather accurately , 4 months in advance .