Plastic smoothed out quite nicely. Will be nice to get back to working on it.
Posted on 04/01/2025 6:11:07 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin
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Plastic smoothed out quite nicely. Will be nice to get back to working on it.
‘Fiana’ is my Evil Twin’s name, LOL!
“Recovering from Stockholm Syndrome.”
An Army career is GREAT for that! It took me a long time to calm-the-ef-DOWN and just RELAX about life.
I like that your ‘machine’ appears to have an emergency RED OFF button, LOL!
I’m glad you’re liking this place so far. :)
‘Kernel Corn on a hook...’
The Summer season I was driver for our Battalion Commander, we did a LOT of fishing after hours. (That’s not ‘code’ for anything!) He had a special spot called ‘Big Sandy’ and we’d use corn kernels on bare hooks and always caught a mess of Rainbow Trout.
The best part? Sitting at the Commander’s Table at breakfast. He and I are eating Trout (that the Mess Sergeant fried up for us) while the rest of the plebes have to walk past us to the Mess Line, LOL!
Rank Hath Its Privileges! ;)
I’m glad your day was a success. You’re going to have everyone here on the Tarragon Bandwagon before long! :)
I can no longer recycle a Cottage Cheese or Yogurt container because of you! I HAVE to keep them ALL!
As an added benefit, Beau just LOVES getting a big nail heated up and putting in the drainage holes for me.
You have ruined us for all others, LOL!
Your Hoop House looks great! Bonus lettuces, to boot! :)
I still have to figure out some edging to hold the mulch & give me something to trim against - several good options (but mom has to agree).
Hey, I’ve been turned on to lots of good things here on the Gardening Thread, so if I can return the favor, all the better!
I am totally addicted to cooking with fresh herbs, I didn’t purchase thyme or rosemary because I already have good plants of both of those. Oh, and sweet mint! Some things are just annuals around here, but if I can get the perennial versions from this wonderful lady at the MG show, I’m very happy. She hasn’t steered me wrong yet. (Her business is a couple of hours away, but she knows her stuff!)
Another success, we still managed to get a 40 minute walk in before Mass this evening, plus I got 7 of the 10 plants that I purchased from her planted. Some that I would consider annuals I brought inside for the night. We will get back to 40 overnight.
If anyone knows about persimmon trees, I’d like to know what they need. They were giving them away for free. Usually to me that means they won’t survive. Few things that are free survive. These were is soil in a bag that had mostly dried out. They said to water them well. So I have mine soaking in a rainwater bucket. I don’t know how long I should keep it that way, but I think for at least a day. It looked pretty dry. Recommendations/advice is appreciated!
That looks heavenly, Daniel!
That’s just beautiful. All of your post! I’m still catching up on the thread, but I tend to read what I’ve missed.
It’s beautiful, Q!
Do I see a porch swing? We have one also, white wicker, and it is where a lot of porch photos are taken.
My best friend had one on her porch growing up, so when this house came with one, I truly fell in love with the place. Nothing like a porch swing! Happy memories plus relaxation. What could be better? ;)
P.S. Make sure to take a break from your work, and go sit on that swing sometimes and enjoy that feeling!
Corn kernals... unlike live bait, you can eat the leftovers! (Unless you are in Ranger training in the Jungle and do not catch any fish in which case you eat the bait.)
https://www.southernliving.com/garden/edible/growing-persimmons
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/persimmon/growing-persimmon-trees.htm
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2fk1UFWKZME
Last was a You tube by The millenial Gardener in NC. I had some online discussions with him on Fertilizing fig trees!
F. F. Brave AI search aggregator summerizes (including info above):
"Planting persimmon trees involves selecting an appropriate location and preparing the soil. Persimmon trees grow best in full sun but can tolerate partial shade, especially in hot climates. They prefer well-drained, loamy soil but can also thrive in heavy clay or dry soils. It's important to dig a deep hole for the root ball and mix soil and loam in the bottom of the planting hole.
When planting, the crown of the tree should sit slightly above the soil line to accommodate settling. Persimmon trees are not particularly picky about soil type and can grow in most soil types, including clay. However, it's crucial that the soil drains well to prevent root rot, fungal diseases, and soil-borne diseases.
For fertilization, you can use a 10-10-10 or 10-0-10 fertilizer with minerals, applying 1 cup for each year of the tree's life, with a maximum of 9 cups for a mature tree. Alternatively, Espoma Citrus Tone (organic) can be used, with the amount depending on the tree's size.
Persimm on trees are not fast-growing and might not produce fruit for 3 to 10 years. If you have a female tree, you will need a male tree nearby for pollination. Persimmon trees can be planted in either the fall or spring, but dormant trees can be planted anytime during winter.
When planting in a location with clay soil, avoid amending the soil in the planting hole to prevent roots from staying in the hole and circling, which can cause premature tree death. Instead, ensure the soil drains well and consider planting in a raised bed or container if the soil is particularly problematic.
American Persimmon (Diospyros virginiana): Native to North America, this tree grows in USDA hardiness zones 4-9 and can tolerate temperatures down to -25 degrees Fahrenheit (-32 degrees Celsius).
Asian Persimmon: These trees are more commonly grown in warmer climates and can tolerate temperatures down to 0 degrees Fahrenheit (-18 degrees Celsius).
When planting, choose a sunny spot that receives enough daily sunlight through autumn as the fruit ripens. Persimmon trees are relatively low-maintenance and require minimal pruning and fertilization. "
Yes, there’s a swing. The previous owners left 4 patio chairs that are the most comfortable chairs to sit in & we have 2 on the front porch. Most often, I am in one of those chairs. It’s a great sitting porch, faces northeast so it’s cool in the afternoon when the back patio (southwest) is rather ‘toasty’ in the summer.
You have your completed shady place with chairs where you can sip tea and talk with relatives while you shuck the peas you plant next year!
(I might be projecting a bit here!)
I LOVE persimmons! No advice because I’ve only had experience with trees in the wild.
The best persimmons I’ve ever had were from a tree growing along a reservoir. We started on the Skyline Drive & hiked about 2 hours down to the reservoir in the early morning. There had been a frost so the persimmons were soft & sweet. Lots of wildlife tracks - they like persimmons too.
Thank you for these links and tips!
My next door neighbor (back yards are adjoined, but not our front yards) also selected a persimmon tree. I’m halfway thinking that we should plant them near each other if we can find enough sunshine to accommodate that.
If these only bear leaves, and no fruit, I still think they will be pretty. So we will be thinking about it and working with each other.
Not everyone has great neighbors, but we are blessed. Both of our back yard neighbors are amazing, and one that’s a front yard neighbor is at least cordial and pleasant, though we don’t hang out together. They are about 15 years younger than we are, so not in the same phase of life yet. That will change when their one son goes off to college in about 6 years. They’re still busy with ballgames and school.
Well, I’m going to give this tree a try, and hope I can do it justice. I’ve only had persimmons a couple of times. Actually, I think it was persimmon jam. Very nice!
The other option was a Shagbark Hickory tree, which I do love, and have wanted, but we are surrounded by other hickory trees, so I wanted something a little different. I hope next year they offer pawpaws again. I’d really like to get my hands on one of those!
Sipping tea & talking to relatives would be close to accurate; shelling peas, not so much.
I do have good memories of shelling lima beans, as a child, with my Granny & Aunt, sitting under the shade of some big old trees in the front yard of her house. It was hot, not much breeze & the locusts were ‘singing’. Her house was about 20 minutes down the road from where we live now.
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