The look of the garden might suggest a lush summer but we all know the truth of that. But the grape tomatoes continue to be fantastic producers. In fact, a few seeds have already taken root and are sprouting up eensy-weensy tomato plants. Less active have been the two squash plants that were very disappointing although I have heard from other gardeners in the area that this season was not a good squash season generally. Some reading up on what makes for happy squash plants is in order. Thinking about next Spring, it must be remembered that the tomatoes and peppers need to be planted in the other box . Another suggestion is to plant the tomatoes in large containers. TEAM gardeners can tackle this question in the Spring. Also, I think for the peas and beans next year we should create a different type of scaffolding system, less like a tripod and more like a fence. Native Americans used to plant corn and once the stalks were established, planted the beans, using the stalks as support. Really interesting idea.
Boy oh boy did the marigolds thrive. Even if it is a wives’ tale that marigolds prevent bug infestation in tomatoes, I think having the wonderful color throughout the summer makes their inclusion in the garden an important consideration!
Did some weeding and some watering and have included a picture of some of the things we planted last Spring. Some of the plants not represented include : culantro (Alex’s suggestion), jalapeno (5th graders’ suggestion), basil, peppermint and thyme as well as our wonderful varieties of tomatoes.
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