I've been disconnected from myself, the garden, everything that is happening right now as if I'm dropped in a fog and nothing seems clear currently.
The holidays were definitely memorable, and we are slowly squirming our way back to normal. Do you remember when I talked about tying the pea and what it serves for?
We finally did it!
It only took us half an hour, 3 poles and a rope.
Drive the poles firmly into the ground, then tighten the rope and tie it.
It would be best to have two rows of peas, so that the string goes in the middle. And how will the pea reach the string, it's still quite far?
With the help of whiskers, they are shadow sensors, they simply grow in that direction and wrap themselves around.
Few days after, first catch and more are about to join. In case you planted pea close to each other, there is a high chance you won't need any rope as they will be mutually supportive.
(that will happen with the other part I planted later)
What about ants?
They are goneeeee! Day third after I treated them well with powdered sugar and baking soda. Day after I noticed colony was still pretty lively, so more sugar was added all over the salad and ants, and soil.
I haven't saw them anymore...
I'm glad this trick worked, especially cause gardeners are often faced with ants, and not all are fans of insecticides (also there was a massive feedback on that topic - yay)
I got first tomatoes seedlings + basil, as I haven't planted mine yet and cheery tomato is still small for re-planting.
This is the perfect combo for joint planting, somewhat logically, the basil and tomato sauce is mmmmyam.
Our acquaintances grow it in a greenhouse, so yesterday I received a couple of seedlings that did not suit them (considering that they grow it for sale).
It was cold, and that made plants to slow down with growth, tiny little seed is still visible, but new pair of leaves are peeking... My beloved cherry tomatoes, seems like I won't be here to re-plant them, and admire them changing.
Mommy has to go for a while, but daddy will spoil you.:D
(funny thing is that I sowed everything possible, counting not to go anywhere till the garden season is over, but life has other plans, gladly handing it over to my dear darling)
Cucumbers and zucchinis had no problems at all, give them enough water and leave them alone kind of treatment. Except for I'll have to split them soon, zucchinis are ready to be planted in the garden. Plan is to use a pallets for both of them, it would uselessly occupy the surface by crawling on the ground, when they can climb and weave between the boards on the pallets.
What is newly planted - potatoes!
We planted an early variety, and later we will add another mid-late variety. That way, we will have young potatoes (which we also love the most) throughout the year.
This crate, made of 4 shallow crates that are dug in and filled with loose soil, is home to a couple of planted potatoes that will only be eaten while they are young.
(I was curios to see how will they behave in it, so had to give it a try)
6 tomatoes and two pots of basil, arranged in such a way that one basil comes on 4 tomatoes. In addition to supporting tomatoes, basil will also protect us from mosquitoes and other incoming flying pests.
Deep planting is recommended for tomatoes, in other words, bury them deep enough so that the first leaves on the stem touch the ground. In this way, the plant will strengthen the stem and form a crown. By occasionally removing lower branches, all growing energy is directed towards fruit-bearing ones. Planting lasted a mere 15 minutes, and I was already tired.
The spring variations are in full swing, the air pressure is constantly changing, and all this is reflected in my slowness.
Dear darling set up two more crates as small raising beds, I will sow more spinach in them. It seems to me that we will soon eat the first planted one and what I had noticed lately - aphids.
For that I would blame the chard, which we took out, because of the third year of growth, it simply shriveled, it is visibly starting to rot from the roots, and it is a wonderful breeding ground for infection.
Aphids will be treated with some soaked smashed garlic, diluted with water.
(still haven't made it yet)
This is the same one from the picture above, he has tucked himself into bed perfectly, sparkly slimy traces - he must leave this location, I need it.
After losing up the soil, moving the snail out, sowing spinach eggshells fell on my mind, they can perhaps help me with keep the slimy far from.
So I sprinkled, all over...
...while mowing the grass, he dumps a fine layer of fragrant, juicy grass all over it so that the crawlers can walk around unhindered, without injuring their delicate bodies on the sharp edges of the eggshell.
Yeah, I had to go and pick up every blade of grass, sprinkle some more,
for just in case.
Ow, sometimes you have to give yourself a break from the garden. So far you are doing very well, and the teamwork between you two, and the ants (week no more ants haha) and aphids ( 😤 ) , snails can be called also a party :D
I'll have a real long break, not sure how O will manage all by himself as I'll be back for the harvest. 👀
Snails are Party monsters, considering how many are around ants seems to be harmful. 😂
I have one recipe that has as an ingredient... snails 🐌🐌🐌
Let me know if you need it 😂
I tried them long time ago, must admit I still remember those juicy roasted bites accompanied by green salad.
You can't make me eat chicken legs, snails aren't problem.🤣
Now you gave me an idea! In hunger times we will still have snails! Ahaah
probably. and seems that they are tasty too ;)
Yea I don't remember that. The only time I had them was in childhood after my mom took us pick up snails all around the neighbourhood and I guess I didnt really realize she would shove them all into boiling water 😂 probably made me too involved to not focus enough on the taste 😝 will try though probably as there are so many in the garden hehe
Basil 💚 makes the garden wonderful! Love to plant it with anything possible! Plus so amazing how much grows out of those microtiny seeds!
The more you trim it the more it grows.(:
Very beneficial plant and easy to maintain + it goes marvelous with tomatoes, both planting and eating. Not to mention the warm basil tea.🤤
True, thanks for reminding about the trim!
Yes Basil is sacred I'm sure 💚
Look like you have done a lot of work. Gardening is no easy task and I say that you worked real hard. Good evening!
Some duties are hubbies, some mine and I really enjoy it!Hey @afterglow, there are two of us what makes things lot's easier. :D
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Oh what a nice post. How you enjoy this, woman. I like that you just chase the bugs away and don't exterminate them. When I read your posts I feel like I need to take more advantage of my backyard, but I just don't know...for now I'm writing down everything you advise. I find it very useful for when I finally decide.
Nice day to you
Just found it more easier to deal with bugs than people 😂 unfortunately some of them must be killed or they will eat everything around (circle of life I call it).
Start with pots, or few plants until you see is gardening fits you.
I'm flattered, thank you! 🤗
I have a friend hiver who practices yoga, she told me the story of an enlightened one who asked the ants to leave, she sat and waited for them to do so... she sat and meditated and breathed, from her infinite love... and the ants left.
:( so you and I are exterminators in the end....
I go with the pots, calmly. A few days ago they all fell to the ground, what a mess. My succulents... they almost died.
:( ... no te preocupes, ya veo en breve tu post que acaba de salir, para seguir motivándome.
That's a clever use for powdered sugar 😁. Sometimes in our garden we use DE (diatomaceous earth) for the ants, but it's not always effective. Thanks for the hint!
Your garden looks like it's off to a good start. Harvesting from your own yard is such a blessing. Food doesn't get much fresher than that : ) best wishes
This is new to me, thank for sharing! I'll have to sniff around google about it a bit more, never encounter it before.
We are already enjoying tasting first "fruits", and nothing can be compared with the fresh picked veggies, rinsed and asap served, priceless.
Thank you kindly @emanate-artworx 🍀
You're most welcome. There is actually a food-grade DE version also, which is supposed to be a safe way to cleanse the digestive system of parasites and the like, but I'm not an expert in that regard, so use at your own caution 🫠.
Yes, it's such a fantastic experience to go to "the market" (the garden) right outside your door! By the way, I use your tip on soaking harvested leaves in vinegar water, and it works very well. So thank you as well : )
That's great job done. I am surprise if the snails weren't disturb when moving the after the construction has been done.
I moved the snail not so far away, all hope that eggshells will help, otherwise I'm in a big snail trouble.
My garden is a piece of cake comparing to your plantation. :D