What Do You Overwinter ?

[catjac1975]

Just to put things in perspective...people I know think I am a very knowledgeable, cool gardener. Jack. You are ultra COOL. I love all of your projects with you very cool Granddaughter.

 

[SprigOfTheLivingDead]

I used to overwinter a pepper plant or two, but this winter I've upgraded and setup a grow tent to help out that passion I am too afraid to try hydroponics though

My wife wasn't exactly excited about the whole setup ($$$), but she's totally on board now and looking forward to the tomatoes and has already harvested a few rounds of the thai basil.

I don't overwinter, but grow during the winter. Not being a big fan of salads during the cold weather I grow a lot of what I call pot greens: chard and our favorite, beet greens. In just a few weeks this planting will yield enough chard for servings for two meals for Theresa and myself. They really perk up a meal on a cold day.
jackb

 

[jackb]

This winter I will not be growing tomatoes or cucumbers indoors. I decided to use the grow tents to overwinter the olives. Well, I do intend to grow a tiny tomato called Florida Petite. It only grows eight inches high but has 1.25" fruit.
jackb

 

[w_r_ranch]

I only protect my orange & lime trees, spider plants, MIL Tongue & the ferns (hanging baskets). I also use it to germinate my vegetable seeds.

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[ninnymary]

That is a nice looking greenhouse. You seem to have all the toys. I love your neatness. I think you and I are the same in that area.

Mary

 

[baymule]

AARRRGH!!!! We have TWO neat freaks!!! @ninnymary and @w_r_ranch are the little "good" angels sitting on our shoulders that we don't listen to! instead we listen to the "BAD" voices that tell us it really doesn't matter........



Really gorgeous greenhouse, Ranch, really gorgeous!

 

[Smart Red]

@baymule, I suspect Mary's tools are all polished and gleaming, but you've got that fantastic tractor. I've got the messy tools, but no fantastic ______ . You win!

 

[Smart Red]

I only protect my orange & lime trees, spider plants, MIL Tongue & the ferns (hanging baskets). I also use it to germinate my vegetable seeds.

Heated greenhouse or isn't that necessary where ya'll are? It looks great! Did I remember to invite you North once your garden bites the dust of deep summer? I really need a neat freak visit about that time. DW and I can slip off to Mall of America while you tidy up.

 

[jackb]

I am surprised ninnymary did not suggest the addition of a nice chandelier to give the greenhouse ambiance.

jackb

 

[baymule]

I am surprised ninnymary did not suggest the addition of a nice chandelier to give the greenhouse ambiance.

jackb

wiping tears from eyes....guffaw.....giggle....LOL....