Join me for a quick garden walk-through on July 17th to see the latest happenings at the GardenFarm™! This week, I’m updating you on the progress of native flowers, winter squash trellis, tomatoes, and the battle with pickle worms.
The winter squash is slowly filling out the trellis, but different varieties grow at different rates. The tomatoes are thriving despite the heat and humidity, though I’ve had to remove a few plants. I’ll show you how I manage the plants and when it’s time to pick the ripe tomatoes.
One of the biggest challenges right now is dealing with pickle worms, which bore into the winter squash fruit. I’ll share some tips on using BT to combat these pests. Plus, a shout-out to lemon basil for its insect-deterring properties and lovely scent.
And for all of you Larrie the Garden Cat fans, she makes a short appearance and even says hello.
0:00 – Introduction
0:10 – Georgia Native Rudbeckia in Bloom
0:28 – Peppers Update and Slug Control
1:15 – Winter Squash Trellis Progress
1:37 – Tomato Update and Harvesting
2:33 – Oops, I meant to say “cucurbits” here, not “brassicas.”
2:40 – Winter Squash Pests: Pickle Worms
3:03 – Squash Bug Eggs and Squash Beetles
3:42 – Organic Pest Controls: BT and Spinosad
4:10 – Weather and Conclusion
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5 Comments
Which varieties of squash do you plant that don't grow on long vines?
My perrenials are being eaten by snail, will beer traps work too?
2:33 brassicas?
Squash bugs are a huge challenge for me here in NC. Trying to plant both earlier and later to try and prevent them taking my cucumbers. And can't even talk about the Japanese beetles. . .ugh.
Joe, let me tell you about 2 squash plants that I am trying this season. After being frustrated with dealing with the vine borers, I gave up on growing squash. This year, I am growing both Seminole pumpkin and Cushaw squash. So far, so good. No vine borers and I only found one cluster of eggs just the other day on one leaf. I will be harvesting one of the Cushaw squash this weekend, and it looks to weigh at least 10 pounds. The Seminole pumpkin was grown in Florida by native peoples at the base of trees, and I think it might do well in your zone. Best wishes and mighty blessings!