Posted on October 29, 2021October 29, 2021Very fluffy predator This robber fly is hanging out above the mizuna. I am always happy to see predators because it means the rest of my yard ecosystem can support them!
Posted on October 27, 2021October 27, 2021Tuesday evening A milkweed beetle!! Very exciting! It’s sitting on a tepary bean though, silly friend. Salvia greggii are doing amazing right now. “landlocked gumbo” says the Chef. Okra, mini bell pepper, tam jalapeƱo pepper, and moss curled parsley all from garden.
Posted on October 24, 2021October 24, 2021Threshing and winnowing last spring’s coriander Two of our friends came over yesterday and all four of us decided to deal with the coriander we’ve saved since spring. No reason, we just hadn’t had time to do it yet. Look carefully to see pouring to let wind take away non-seed bits.
Posted on October 24, 2021October 24, 2021How to tell if watermelon is ripe Wait a really long time for the watermelon to grow bigger, then one day realize the vine is completely dead and then pick it. Oops.
Posted on October 23, 2021October 23, 2021Tropical sage This plant is nearer to the garage. I think it came from a wildflower seed mix instead of the other seeds I bought. It seems pretty happy over here, doesn’t dry out as much as the other places I have seeded it.
Posted on October 22, 2021October 22, 2021Home for the weekend Since the days are still warm, I’m bringing the basil and peppers and sometimes if I have time, the tomatoes (but I was rushing this morning) out for maximum sunshine. Another tiny spider on the outside work bench!