There’s a heat wave in our the vegetable garden, DON”T do NOTHING, at least do something. In this video, I share some things you can do to reduce the stress on your vegetable garden during a heat wave.
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Good info,ty
Thank you, Kim. I am in the Sacramento area. I am excited about the July box! Now that I know (I'm an amateur), I will cover my plants and move my tomatoes into the shade, too. I've got seedlings started, so must protect the babies. It's going to be 110 or so by this Sunday.🥵
Thank you. This info is right on time! Getting hot in San Jose too..
This is so helpful, thank you! My first year gardening and I was wondering what I can do to help during this heatwave 🙂
Is that the silver mold on your squash leaves?
In the south it's good to have some afternoon shade. Trees provide nice filtered light and a cooling effect. Allows the plants to rest abit. As you say, shade cloth can help.
Very nice garden.
Had to head outside for my plants this morning. My summer squash plant was looking stressed. Perked right up once I watered it at the root.
Thanks for making it so simple.
Aargh! My mother's garden got hit by an activist, half of it was sprayed with an unknown herbicide. Whatever they used, it is strong. It wiped out half of her peppers, her Brussel Sprouts, squash, several tomato plants, all of her Seascape Strawberries, roses, and several flowers leading to the garden. A Sheriff's Deputy came out and made a report. The soil alone is estimated as being in excess of $1300 and will most likely have to be replaced, total damage in excess of $3500. Needless to say, I don't expect the police to do anything. They are too busy with other crimes, shootings, stabbings, robberies, etc. Alabama is a castle doctrine state. They know I am strapped up, and will zero anyone I catch on our property. I have their blessings. Yes it has come to that. Law enforcement can no longer protect the citizens it is charged with protecting.
Thank you for the good advice. I am new to gardening, and I was sed straw this year on my garden and have grass growing. What a disaster! Is that supposed to happen? Thanks.
I hope El Lino extends our growing season into winter In Alberta !!! Canada
Heat index was 96 degrees today. Almost overheated today working in the garden. Won’t be doing that again. 90+ through Sunday. Going to be planting cucumber and bean seeds tomorrow night once the sun goes down when it’s cooler. Also have to water every other day now.
YUP! Just keep watering! They are thirsty in the heat like us 😉. Love your devotion to what you enjoy doing! Great way to live life. I'm there as well.. 😊
Yuck the word heat wave is a dirty word it's supposed to be 113 this weekend stay cool Kim and I will definitely keep your tips in mind
Kim, first I want to say how beautiful your garden & backyard is looking! QUESTION: Can I use regular mulch on my vegetable plants? We had a truck dump off mulch that is long type mulch & it’s supposedly biodegradable! Thanks for your help… 🪴🍅🫑🪴
Kim, is the garden box a subscription box that will continue each month? Thank you.. 🪴🪴