Posted on 10/14/2016 4:20:12 PM PDT by greeneyes
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Just when I thought that I would have no more tomatoes, the volunteer plants had some nice red ones that were sort of hidden, and I got two handfuls of grape tomatoes and some that are just a bit larger than a ping pong ball.
The various volunteers which are all smaller varieties have quite a few green ones and some blooms. The ones in pots still have a few green ones and a few flowers. The garlic is just beginning to peak out of the dirt.
We are supposed to have some warmer days and nights for the next 5 days, so I will not have to cover anything yet. I did bring the lemon tree in, and it takes up 3 times more space than last year.
Prayers up for all. Have a great weekend. God Bless.
What’s the best way to get a root ball to loosen up? I think it’s what’s called pot bound. The root ball is about six inches in diameter and about ten inches high. Thanks in advance.
Can you recommend one?
Pinging the list. Hubby is ready to go back to work, but has one more Dr. appt. in 2 weeks, thanks to everyone for all the prayers and get well wishes.
I have a magnificent oak tree that is probably over 100 years old right next to my house.
I am waiting to be totally inundated by LEAVES.
HAPPY AUTUMN!
I don’t know about the best way, but I always make sure that the soil is wet, and turn the pot upside down, while supporting it so that the plant itself is don’t squashed.
I take a wooden spoon and tap gently around the edges of the bottom before and after turning it upside down. If it needs more than this, I run a butter knife around the sides and try it again. Good Luck.
Thanks for giving me something else to thing about besides the Great Election Soap Opera.
Hmmm. I’m thinking about Violets.
When I grew up in Detroit, Michigan, I often saw small patches of violets growing in gardens. Some as ground cover, other times, in a pot. They were tough little plants, appearing right after the Crocus in Spring, and lasting all Summer long. These were NOT African Violets.
I’m in California now, and never see that type of Violet for sale, only African Violets or Begonias with a violet hue. Anyone know if these little flowers are exclusive to the Midwest or East Coast?
I’m sorry to say that I am not sure what the exact type is, but I’m thinking it is a Meyer. I purchase one of those two in one lemons and limes from burgess.
When the lime part had thorns, I just kept whacking it off and not letting it grow, so now it’s just a lemon tree. The skins is thinner than grocery store lemons and the shape is round and it’s a bit sweeter too.
I don’t think that they are exclusive. I believe what you are talking about may be termed violas. One of my favorites in this category are Johnny Jump Ups. They are an annual here, but tend to self seed, so they don’t have to be planted every year, and they do bloom almost continuously.
I just discovered it today when the wind blew over this large potted plant. Would soaking the root ball in water loosen the soil so the roots would loosen up?
I just discovered it today when the wind blew over this large potted plant. Would soaking the root ball in water loosen the soil so the roots would loosen up?
LOL. We have had loads of leaves already. I have one patio that I sweep twice a day because it has so many leaves and acorns that it’s like walking on marbles if I don’t sweep it often.
I do hope the appointment is just a follow - up and this will be the end of seeing them. God speed to your husband.
I don’t feel so all alone now!
The acorns hitting my little tin roof have been like living in a war zone.
Good news!!
Speaking of trees ...This will be the first winter for my “black” pussy willow tree on her own. I have her planted on the edge of a natural below grade stream that runs to the river behind my house. Initially she lost a small branch of leaves to it being dry...but has rebounded strongly and it just shows the strength and resilience of this type of tree....I am so proud of it (sounds stupid but i feel responsible for the thing...I think its beautiful) the growth from any rains and two or three watering’s seem to have done the trick for it here in Waterville , Maine . Beyond that it is foliage season and it has been BRILLIANT and long lasting but tonight will be the first night below 32 degrees...not a big deal with the fantastic summer and great fall beginning. Thats it for now from central East Maine.
That has been my experience. For smaller pots, I have some times just immersed them in a pan of water, and had the soil come free without needing to exert a lot of force which could damage the roots.
Here in the woods of Oregon we have at least three wild violets. My favorite is Viola Labradorica or Alpine Violet, it has a variegated leaf...dark purple and green. The bloom is purple. We also have another blue violet and the lovely yellow “Johnny-Jump_Up.”
I have spent 5 days going through all my dahlias (about 75) labeling each one, and making sure it has the right code according to the dahlia book. If anyone needs help with dahlias, I can try to help you. I”m getting 4 awards at the dinner tomorrow. Remember....I am still in the novice category and will be according to them for another year.
Once the frost hits, I will not be able to remember what was what and they need to be labeled in the winter storage boxes. My garden boys who tilled for me while I was sick, did not pay attention to the labels and rototilled many of them under.
All in all the the new bed did well. None of the expensive glads bloomed in time for either fair. There is always next year.
Marcia
Thank you. We know that at some point, he’s going to need some repair surgery on his abdomen, but hoping to get totally over this before we have to face that.
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