Sunday, June 7, 2009

Wacky weather...

People have been saying that this spring is the coolest and wettest since the 1920s, but that further south in Indiana they have had it a bit wetter, so we're better off up here...

My peas had really poor germination. Especially since I was using relatively fresh seed. So I've planted a row of limas, and half a row of green beans where there should be peas. I got a packet of innocolant for the first time, and sprinkled the new seeds, just in case. I guess I should be happy, since I'm short on space, but I really like fresh peas so much more than beans... Guess I'll have to try for a fall crop.

I've gotten out the edger, and so far have about 2 sq feet de-sodded. And planted a tomato plant there. And topped it off with a bag of composted manure. (Grow baby, grow)I've got quite a bit more to go. But it's cool at least. I figure I'll stick the shallots I got in the Lowe's 1/2 price bin in the ground next to the onions, and then de-sod until it rains. Need to get more beans in.

Happy Sunday.

1 comment:

Alyssa said...

I laughed when I read your post about peas, because I just commented on my blog about how much I dislike peas (give me a green bean over a pea any day!) and am trying really hard to like them. My peas did not germinate well either. I planted about 24 seeds, and 6 germinated. I didn't use any inoculant. I may have to try that this fall or next spring. The 6 plants I have are going gangbusters however.