Well, we are officially beyond the last anticipated, worst-case scenario frost date, so it's time to start thinking about getting some vegetables into the ground. I've nearly completed clearing and fencing the garden space (more to come), and this afternoon I finally got around to transplanting my heirloom tomato seedlings.
Tomatoes are unique as they can develop roots at any point along their stalks. When transplanting initial seedlings after they reach a height of 2 inches, it's best to bury the seedling nearly to the first set of actual leaves to shock the plant into developing a larger root system.
As you can see, my seedlings are a bit behind--they're apparently late bloomers, so to speak, just like Chauncey. In any case, I'm hopeful that after this transplant, the warmer temperatures and increased sunlight will bring them quickly to planting heights (i.e., 9-12 inches)
Not a bad turn out: 5 Hillbilly Potato Leaf, 4 Nyagous, and 1 Wapsipinicon Peach. (I have about 4 Black from Tula's also, but I wanted to give these another day or two before transplanting.)
Looking good Chauncey. I am dropping some seeds in the ground, basil, maridold, and zinnia; everything else will be purchased at my local nursery.(home depot) I did sprout some morning glory seeds in a paper towel and put them in a pot yesterday. So we will wait and see.
ReplyDeleteLast night I went to the jail and dug up a raised bed in my plot. I'm hoping to eliminate the slug problem I've had in the past. I also planted onions which I read help with pests. So far I have zucchini, summer squash, onions and mint. Gramma doesn't like me gardening alone at night at the jail. Everyone is behind fences topped with razor wire; it's the visiters I wonder about. I told her I was fine and people would be around but she came to the garden and watched me work. She said she didn't think she would ever see me with a hoe in my hand. ; )Tundra Gardner
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