Its that time of year where everything is growing so fast, I need to give regular updates or I'll get behind!
First the zucchinis are still going, but suffering from blossom end rot, so I've topped them up with lots of gypsum to keep their calcium levels high. I've also got some lovely little button squash growing, which are great if you just like a small amount of zucchini in your dinner!
My tomatoes have been growing strongly and producing lots of green tomatoes that are taking FOREVER to ripen! I noticed that one is finally turning red, so I can't wait to make tomato soup! I have to admit I'm a bit relaxed with the organic gardening when it comes to tomatoes. I let them go until I see a grub and then I shower them with tomato dust (very non-organic!) because I can't stand to see all my hardwork wasted. But then I just leave it and see if any more grubs appear, so they've only have one dose this season and I wash them VERY carefully before eating. …
First the zucchinis are still going, but suffering from blossom end rot, so I've topped them up with lots of gypsum to keep their calcium levels high. I've also got some lovely little button squash growing, which are great if you just like a small amount of zucchini in your dinner!
My tomatoes have been growing strongly and producing lots of green tomatoes that are taking FOREVER to ripen! I noticed that one is finally turning red, so I can't wait to make tomato soup! I have to admit I'm a bit relaxed with the organic gardening when it comes to tomatoes. I let them go until I see a grub and then I shower them with tomato dust (very non-organic!) because I can't stand to see all my hardwork wasted. But then I just leave it and see if any more grubs appear, so they've only have one dose this season and I wash them VERY carefully before eating. …