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WEEKLY GARDEN THREAD OCTOBER 2, 2015
freerepublic | 10/2/2015 | greeneyes

Posted on 10/02/2015 1:17:25 PM PDT by greeneyes

The Weekly Gardening Thread is a weekly gathering of folks that love soil, seeds and plants of all kinds. From complete newbies that are looking to start that first potted plant, to gardeners with some acreage, to Master Gardener level and beyond, we would love to hear from you. This thread is non-political, although you will find that most here are conservative folks.

No matter what, you won’t be flamed and the only dumb question is the one that isn’t asked. It is impossible to hijack the Weekly Gardening Thread. Planting, Harvest to Table(recipes)preserving, good living - there is no telling where it will go and... that is part of the fun and interest. Jump in and join us!

NOTE: This is a once a week ping list. We do post to the thread during the week. Links to related articles and discussions which might be of interest are welcomed, so feel free to post them at any time.


TOPICS: Gardening
KEYWORDS: agriculture; food; gardening; hobby
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To: Eric in the Ozarks

http://forums.gardenweb.com/forums/harvest

Lots of searchable information there.

Used to be a couple home extension ladies that posted as well.


21 posted on 10/02/2015 2:22:23 PM PDT by Black Agnes
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To: ColdOne

I prefer the “young”, “flowery” flavor for a pasta-fresco.

Tonight, I’ll use the dried oregano with my tenderloins. The depth of flavor paired with a Pinot Noir or even a Zinfandel is quite good. The butter-pan-sauce can really make the dish.

Thanks for letting me “wax culinary”.


22 posted on 10/02/2015 2:22:49 PM PDT by Cletus.D.Yokel (BREAKING: Boy Scouts of America Changes Corporate Identity to "Scouting for Boys in America")
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To: Cletus.D.Yokel

;)


23 posted on 10/02/2015 2:28:39 PM PDT by ColdOne (I miss my poochie... Tasha 2000~3/14/11 HillaryForPrison2016)
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To: ColdOne

please add me also!


24 posted on 10/02/2015 2:31:27 PM PDT by thesligoduffyflynns (Shrimp Egg Foo Young- A tasty dish! gravy on the side please)
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To: greeneyes

This question could be answered by anyone with the right info-

It’s getting chilly here & the leaves are turning but slowly-it was a long hot summer unusual for my area of the country.

My lush (i will have to say that ) Montauk Daisies are slow blooming because we’ve either had rain or chilly days with little sun which means no bumblebees!-they seem to help in opening up the blossoms when the sun shines on these guys.

Ok, here’s my question- I have a indoor greenhouse called an “O-GROW” it’s empty now but would like to start filling it up with some geraniums.

I have have the geranium seeds and all the starter mix,etc... On the pkg it says “start in January” indoors.

Could I possibly start these NOW from seed or is there a growing pattern I need to respect with geraniums?

thanking you in advance!


25 posted on 10/02/2015 2:41:10 PM PDT by thesligoduffyflynns (Shrimp Egg Foo Young- A tasty dish! gravy on the side please)
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To: greeneyes
Ah, 60. We hit 98 yesterday but only 90 today and there's a promised overnight low of 58. Maybe some of my fall tomato blossoms will set. So far not a single set.

The stuff that summered over is doing great. So far 4 fruits(?) on each of the eggplant and I counted at least 30 peppers on the single Poblano. Far more than I got in the spring.

We don't freeze often here in Central Tx. but we do freeze and I like to try and protect my citrus. Always had a heck of a time getting stuff covered before I figured out I could drive some rebar in the ground, slip PVC pipe over the rebar and bang, I had a perfect frame that I could easily adjust just by the length of the PVC. Come spring just pull up the rebar and put it away for next year.

This may be common knowledge but I felt very, very clever.

26 posted on 10/02/2015 2:43:24 PM PDT by Proud_texan ("Reality is that which, when you stop believing in it, doesn't go away." - PK Dick)
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To: NEMDF

Thanks! He’s getting treatment in Grand Rapids, we live in Lowell. Grand Rapids has become quite the medical hub, lots of good care.


27 posted on 10/02/2015 3:09:39 PM PDT by MomwithHope (Please support efforts in your state for an Article 5 convention.)
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To: greeneyes

Making green tomato relish


28 posted on 10/02/2015 4:24:15 PM PDT by AdaGray
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To: greeneyes; All

We’re having a great fall after a memorable summer. Carmel and Santa Cruz Ca had nothing on the Humboldt Bay region but we had cooler temps to enjoy being in the garden. Tomatoes are winding down after another great year but salad cukes continue to produce as I picked another 40 today.
Prayers to everyone !


29 posted on 10/02/2015 4:48:47 PM PDT by tubebender (Evening news is where they begin with "Good Evening," and then proceed to tell you why it isn't.)
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To: thesligoduffyflynns; greeneyes

You have to ping greeneyes for the add to request...


30 posted on 10/02/2015 4:52:51 PM PDT by tubebender (Evening news is where they begin with "Good Evening," and then proceed to tell you why it isn't.)
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To: tubebender

i did thanks!


31 posted on 10/02/2015 4:56:53 PM PDT by thesligoduffyflynns (Shrimp Egg Foo Young- A tasty dish! gravy on the side please)
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To: greeneyes

Joining you in prayer for our beloved FReepers.

(((HUGS)))


32 posted on 10/02/2015 5:21:10 PM PDT by left that other site (You shall know the Truth, and The Truth Shall Set You Free.)
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To: ColdOne

“I also have a oregano plant which is growing well. If I want to use some of it what do I do? Just take a leaf off and use it for cooking?”

Congratulations! The plant will do best if you cut off stems, leaving an inch or two. It will grow back from the base.

Oregano is unusual in that the fresh leaves are as flavorful as the dried, so use sparingly!


33 posted on 10/02/2015 6:07:25 PM PDT by CottonBall
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To: greeneyes

Good luck and God bless on you med procedure.


34 posted on 10/02/2015 7:49:46 PM PDT by Gator113 (~~Cruz, OR LOSE~~ Ted Cruz REMAINS the only true Conservative in this race. ~~ just livin' life~~)
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To: trisham
we're on our anniversary trip (40 big ones) right now in the Canadian Rockies but we picked the rest of our green tomatoes yesterday and its a good thing...when we left this morning it was in the high 30's.

I've had pretty good peppers this year, some in the freezer and a lot just dehydrated..

froze some yellow zucchini...

planted my "garlic" ...elephant garlic and my dtr always reminds me that it's not really "garlic"...lol....I've got some hard German red of some sort to plant still...

my hops did produce a few this year, but I didn't pick them...will try to protect the plant and hope next year will be a good one...

35 posted on 10/02/2015 8:38:33 PM PDT by cherry
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To: thesligoduffyflynns

I have Montauk Daisies also, two clumps given to me by neighbor, wow these spread out. Think I might have to remove a clump and replant elsewhere.
Montauk Daisies are beautiful, come out in the fall which surprised me. They are hardy.


36 posted on 10/02/2015 8:58:47 PM PDT by mojo114 (Pray for our military)
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To: mojo114

I bought 8 dying dried out plants in gallon containers 5 yrs ago from a local discount store because they were marked down. Ever since I planted them they have turned into a type of hedgerow in my front yard

http://gardenersapprentice.com/gardeningtips/montauk-daisies/

they have taken off like rockets & every year gets better & better- I love to see them grow bigger & bigger & they have the space to do just so.

quite nice to see blooms in the fall up until 1st frost


37 posted on 10/02/2015 9:57:05 PM PDT by thesligoduffyflynns (Shrimp Egg Foo Young- A tasty dish! gravy on the side please)
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To: greeneyes

I have a weed/wildflower question that I would like to float for all you plant lovers out there. I have found a seemingly common weed or wildflower growing wild locally (Central TX Austin area) that I am trying to identify- it seems to be in the daisy family, with very sparse foliage, small profuse 3/8 inch yellow flowers with 8 petals, and the plant is about 6 to 18 inches tall, growing on dry rocky ground on vacant lots and roadsides. It forms a vase shaped plant with about a six inch “trunk” and then splits. Almost no leaves, the ones that are there are about 1 to 1.5 inches long, and at most 1/8th inch wide. It also has a very small root ball, about 2-3 inches wide, and shallow. It’s woody main stem looks like it might be a perennial. Any clues to it’s identity will be appreciated. I have searched the internet in vain. The small flower is entirely yellow, no dark center.


38 posted on 10/02/2015 10:46:57 PM PDT by matthew fuller (BHO strategy: anti-American, anti-Western, pro-Islamic, pro-Iranian, and pro-Muslim Brotherhood.)
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To: ColdOne

Try sweet basil. If you grow only one herb, basil is a great choice. It is a semi hardy annual.


39 posted on 10/02/2015 11:34:12 PM PDT by matthew fuller (BHO strategy: anti-American, anti-Western, pro-Islamic, pro-Iranian, and pro-Muslim Brotherhood.)
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To: tubebender

Are you sure I did not ping greeneyes?

I find your comment astoundingly naive & presumptuous but then again where would I be w/o you?

It’s re-assuring to know I have you in my corner to help me fight my way out of a paper bag!


40 posted on 10/03/2015 4:37:58 AM PDT by thesligoduffyflynns (Shrimp Egg Foo Young- A tasty dish! gravy on the side please)
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