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Weekly Garden Thread - June 20-26, 2020
June 20, 2020 | Diana in Wisconsin/Greeneyes

Posted on 06/20/2020 6:16:26 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin

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.

If you have specific question about a plant/problem you are having, please remember to state the Growing Zone where you are located.

This thread is non-political respite. 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! Send a Private Message to Diana in Wisconsin if you'd like to be added to our New & Improved Ping List.

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 to Gardeners are welcomed any time!


TOPICS: Agriculture; Food; Gardening; Hobbies
KEYWORDS: food; garden; gardening; hobbies
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To: Diana in Wisconsin
A baby cactus near the pool, about 7 feet tall.

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We used to have much larger cacti but they got diseased and had to be cut down and carted away. The new one would be in the foreground and to the right of this picture, far away from the others which is why it may have been spared the same fate.

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61 posted on 06/24/2020 8:47:24 AM PDT by Oshkalaboomboom
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To: Oshkalaboomboom
So pretty! Meanwhile in Wisconsin, stock tank pools are all the rage. ;)


62 posted on 06/24/2020 9:49:19 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have 'hobbies.' I'm developing a robust post-Apocalyptic skill set.)
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To: Diana in Wisconsin; tubebender
Awesome! Welcome to the club, LOL! :)

As a new gardener I was at two local places yesterday and today. I had to buy vegetables and Marigolds,for planting in my new 4x4 garden.

There were two things I noticed that experienced gardeners would not probably think about.

1. These places don't have a lot of experienced people who know the difference between flowering plants.

Yesterday one of them tried to tell me Zinnias were Marigolds, until I read the labels.
Today I was told at another place a plant with a yellow flower, like a sunflower was a Marigold. I finally got a second opinion and was brought 2 Marigolds with appropriate labels.

2. Instead of labeling in big prominent letter what the product is, like; Zinnia, Azalea, Marigold ,lettuce,carrot they put so much propaganda on the labels you have to look for what the plant actually is. To me that info should leap out, and not be buried down in the text on the labels.

Since I am a newbie gardener I will have to adjust to these garden businesses. But it will be fun. -Tom

63 posted on 06/24/2020 4:33:26 PM PDT by Capt. Tom
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To: Capt. Tom

Stick with us - you’ll get the hang of things. ;)

I’ve been in ‘The Biz’ for over 20 years, and I learn something new every day! There’s a steep ‘learning curve’ when it comes to gardening, so it’s good to follow the advice of those that have plowed that row before you! :)


64 posted on 06/24/2020 6:16:14 PM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have 'hobbies.' I'm developing a robust post-Apocalyptic skill set.)
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To: dakine

It’s nothing short of miraculous to me that they can feed millions.


65 posted on 06/24/2020 6:31:20 PM PDT by Califreak (Virtue signallers are killing America for likes on Facebook)
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To: tubebender

great looking recipe I am waiting to tryhttps://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/chicken-with-forty-cloves-of-garlic-recipe-1944216


66 posted on 06/25/2020 4:39:40 AM PDT by MomwithHope (Forever grateful to all our patriots, past, present and future.)
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To: tubebender
Proof for Mrs. Bender that I can bake a Cherry Pie, LOL!


67 posted on 06/25/2020 6:21:10 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have 'hobbies.' I'm developing a robust post-Apocalyptic skill set.)
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To: All
https://growagoodlife.com/choosing-vegetables-grow/
68 posted on 06/25/2020 6:25:59 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have 'hobbies.' I'm developing a robust post-Apocalyptic skill set.)
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https://growagoodlife.com/choosing-vegetables-grow/


69 posted on 06/25/2020 6:26:19 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have 'hobbies.' I'm developing a robust post-Apocalyptic skill set.)
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To: OttawaFreeper

Beautiful Peonies! My newest plantings are just babies. Cannot wait for them to grow up. :)

Sarah Bernhardt, Felix Krause and Festiva Maxima that I’ve been growing from roots for the past few years. They’re finally in the ground. :)

Those yellow peonies are $50+ a pop, but such luxury! :)


70 posted on 06/25/2020 12:06:58 PM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have 'hobbies.' I'm developing a robust post-Apocalyptic skill set.)
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To: Ellendra

Ketchup is a smoothie for French Fries. :)


71 posted on 06/25/2020 12:08:20 PM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have 'hobbies.' I'm developing a robust post-Apocalyptic skill set.)
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To: All
Does anyone do this with their garden tags? Punching a hole and then keeping them on a binder ring. I think it's such a smart idea. I could see keeping track of (empty) seed packets this way, too, or at least stringing them together, somehow?


72 posted on 06/25/2020 12:19:57 PM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have 'hobbies.' I'm developing a robust post-Apocalyptic skill set.)
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30 Thrifty Tips For Your Outdoor Spaces:

https://www.tasteofhome.com/collection/thrifty-outdoor-spaces/?trkid=soc-toh-facebook&fbclid=IwAR3PUi83rjoIHkWeToEGSlepC7EZoKpZ3i7gjYXlLm7H7k-tvVZqgNNwBvc


73 posted on 06/25/2020 12:21:36 PM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have 'hobbies.' I'm developing a robust post-Apocalyptic skill set.)
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To: Diana in Wisconsin

Hahaha...love this.

Everytime I look at rhw shadows in my backyard garden area...I think about taking a few trees down but I love them too much.

Creates some peace and tranquility between the me and neighbors.

When I get to Texas I will be able to set my property up to enjoy trees and the garden fully.


74 posted on 06/25/2020 7:21:16 PM PDT by TheErnFormerlyKnownAsBig
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To: Diana in Wisconsin

Thanks for posting that!

I put a sponge in the rain gutter downspout while it was fresh in my mind.

Months later, when it rains at night, maybe my daughter will be able to sleep through it instead of grinding her teeth at the monstrously loud dripping noises.


75 posted on 06/25/2020 7:51:31 PM PDT by Califreak (Virtue signallers are killing America for likes on Facebook)
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To: Diana in Wisconsin

Oh My Goodness!!! Now you have me drooling on my Tee shirt...


76 posted on 06/25/2020 8:01:04 PM PDT by tubebender
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To: Diana in Wisconsin
I put the German Red garlic in the greenhouse to dry and cure today. Also cut up 3 kinds potatoes to cure and will plant in two or three daysIMG_0033
77 posted on 06/25/2020 8:07:26 PM PDT by tubebender
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To: Califreak

I’d never seen the sponge in the downspout trick before! I found a few good hacks on that web page.

My problem is that with all the rain we’re having, my new 50 gallon rain barrel is always full to overflowing with only 1/2” of rain. (We’ve had 3+ inches just this week!) I put a 5 gallon bucket under the overflow and that’s full in about 5 minutes, too! I HATE wasting that rain because come August, I’ll be praying for rain - but it is what it is.

I’m campaigning for ‘The Chairman’ to let me buy a second rain barrel. ;)


78 posted on 06/26/2020 1:11:56 PM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have 'hobbies.' I'm developing a robust post-Apocalyptic skill set.)
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To: Diana in Wisconsin
There’s a steep ‘learning curve’ when it comes to gardening, so it’s good to follow the advice of those that have plowed that row before you! :)

Today my friend dropped by and gave me some watering tips.

Don't use the hose directly on the plants.
Put water in 5 gal buckets and let come up to air temperature.
He showed me the size cup to use to bail the water out of the 5 gal buckets, for each planting.
Keep water off of leafy plants just pour into the roots.
Give twice as much water to cucumbers.
Don't pour waters directly on radish seeds ,pour into hand to sprinkle over radish seed bed. Give radish seeds some extra water, in this warm weather -Tom

79 posted on 06/26/2020 2:20:59 PM PDT by Capt. Tom
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To: Capt. Tom

Your friend knows his stuff! Listen to him/her. ;)

As for me and my garden?

STOP RAINING! UNCLE! ENOUGH! I GIVE! LOL! :)


80 posted on 06/26/2020 2:53:08 PM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have 'hobbies.' I'm developing a robust post-Apocalyptic skill set.)
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