Monday, June 24, 2013

The beat goes on

As in raindrops pounding my gardening dreams into mush.  Another weekend, another rainout.  Saturday wasn't too bad with just a couple of tenth of an inch.  Sunday started nicely with early sun, but by early afternoon, the thunderstorms were coming fast and furious and we probably picked up at least an inch on unwanted rain.  I'm hoping for a respite, but the rest of the week looks like off and on showers and rain.  The back garden looks like it will be taking the rest of the summer to dry.  So far, the tomatoes have been taking the rain, but late blight is certainly a possibility any time from now on. The garlic is thriving so far, but it needs some dry weather to mature properly.  The peppers are starting to yellow from excessive moisture where they are planted and I'm running out of spots to plant the continuing supply of lettuce and brassica transplants.  I think it may be time to start working on my golf game.  It can't be any more frustrating than gardening.

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