Finally, some much needed rain! Plants are doing well, growing, and starting to produce. Last week saw a harvest of 90 pounds of Yukon Gold potatoes along with Hungarian Banana Peppers and a spicy Big Jake pepper variety. Bell peppers will be ready to harvest this week along with more soft neck garlic. Eggplant is […]
Tasks for the day: Check plants for growth and health. Adjust plant velcro ties to accommodate for growth, as needed Treat for pests and/or any diseases noted For beds without irrigation, check to see if any plants need to be hand-watered Potential harvest day depending on plant growth
Tasks for the day: Check plants for growth and health Treat for pests and/or any diseases noted For beds without irrigation, check to see if any plants need to be hand-watered Potential harvest day depending on plant growth
This week, we'll focus on plant health and maintenance along with harvesting produce, specifically peppers, potatoes, onions, and eggplant as it becomes ready for harvest. Produce will be weighed, washed, and transported to the Lake Norman Food Mission for donation on Wednesday. The Garden Manager or Master Gardeners will be on site when the garden […]
Tasks for the day: Check plants for growth and health Treat for pests and/or any diseases noted For beds without irrigation, check to see if any plants need to be hand-watered Weeding, as needed
Tasks for the day: Check plants for growth and health. Adjust plant velcro ties to accommodate for growth, as needed Treat for pests and/or any diseases noted For beds without irrigation, check to see if any plants need to be hand-watered Prep two beds and direct sow carrots
Tasks for the day: Harvest produce that's ready Weigh, wash, and transport to the Lake Norman Food Mission
This week we'll see plants continue to mature and set fruit/vegetables. The weather forecast shows several days with temperatues in the 90s so we'll be on the lookout to ensure adequate watering. Beds along the west fence were recently planted with sweet potato slips that will need daily hand watering. Pole beans and cucumbers are […]
Tasks for the day: Check plants for growth and health. Adjust plant velcro ties to accommodate for growth, as needed Treat for pests and/or any diseases noted For beds without irrigation, check to see if any plants need to be hand-watered Fertilize peppers, tomatoes, eggplant, beens, and cucumbers
Tasks for the day: Rain in the forecast
Tasks for the day: Harvesting onions and peppers Hand-watering beds without irrigation, as needed Washing, weighing, and transporting harvested produce
Tasks for the day: Hand water beds without irrigation Check plants for growth and health Treat for any signs of pests and plant disease BOLO - Tomato Horn Worm