Late Starts

Until recently, the weather has been less than hospitable for gardeners. I've kept my plants under weak artificial light in the garage, rather than subjecting them to the dangers of nightly low temperatures or persistent precipitation. My ground cherry starts are rare and special. I wasn't taking any chances.



There they are. All the little ones I was at last confident enough to commit to dirt. My delusional hope is that not only will the straw keep the soil warm and moist, it will magically repel weeds. It also makes the worms safer from death from above. Plus it gives the entire plot this rather manger-like glow.




While I have the process of being patient and waiting for Summer's vegetable wonders, the neighboring garden has a planting combination that is an aesthetic delight. The tissue-like delicateness of the poppy petal, combined with the rugged texture of the artichoke foliage.




Not usually a rose person, I've unexpectedly enjoyed this lovely white, shared by a friend.