We've heard from a lot of you (not all of you!) that, to put it mildly, it's been kind of a sucky tomato year. Hot and cold running weather and an unusually late start are to blame, but don't let it get you down. We may yet get an "Indian summer" and as long as your plants are healthy, there's still time for them to produce. And hey, fried green tomatoes ain't bad!
This fall, consider growing vegetables that actually thrive in our mealymouthed climate. The brassicas (cole crops - the cabbage family) are very much at home here, easy and reliable. Don't forget the late George Carlin's wise words regarding broccoli! *g* (google "george carlin broccoli" if you don't know what I'm going on about; I will not repeat it here). Lots of greens prefer our shorter, cooler, wetter autumn days - lettuce and arugula are much slower to bolt this time of year, and stay sweeter longer. Some garlic can be planted in the spring but most do better with fall planting - we'll have eight varieties soon, shallots too, all certified organic.
The farmer's markets are at their peak right now but your own farm - be it acreage or a windowbox - lets you pick fresh daily, for a lot less money. Throw some pansies in a container with Swiss chard and a few herbs and you'll have a winter wonder, edible beauty!
Come see us. We can help you with this. :)
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