My San Marzanos are smaller than a yellow pear tomato..I was disappointed in the size. Roasting them with the skins on , will puree and freeze. W:(e are very dry...thinking why they are so small. Seeds from Baker Creek
Great post. I have San Marzano this year. The fruits are still small and I was worried they mixed up the seed and I received pear tomatoes. Will have to relax and wait for them. The plants are looking great. Taller than I have ever had.
Snow melted! Planted peas, onions and radishes. Dinosaur Kale and Chinese cabbage in the greenhouse. Hard to believe had 9 inches of snow on thurs May 2
REALLY! I am now putting my snowpants on to get to the chicken coop! My pansies on the deck are under 9 inches of snow! May 3rd..Grrr..seedlings in the porch are ready to give up...happy spring! but it will be grand when (if) it arrives this year!
Ridgerunner...I hear ya! We received 9 plus inches of heavy wet snow yesterday. Some towns by us received 17 inches. It is the winter that jusy won`t quit! Loads of seedlings ready to go in. Happy planting....eventually!
I am right there with you Smart Red. Also in WI. My worry is about the trees next year. Mine are dropping leaves like late fall. Hoping for rain this week
I started growing castor beans for mole repellent a few years ago. Not sure it works but the plants are very tropical looking. I mold cement birdbaths from the leaves. All parts of the plant is poisonous but have never had a problem. We have dogs, cat and chickens. Also grow them by the veg...
Does anyone use Tansy for anything? Last year I planted it by my squash plants to deter bugs. It helped maybe a little. It reseeded alot! This year I have been cutting it and mulching my squash , pumpkins and zukes. They look very good. Jury still out on if it really helps. Keeping my fingers...
Mine never get that big so lucky you! I have been having problems with mine being wormy. Any suggestions? I love to eat them fresh but hope to make green salsa this year