Hello Gardeners,
Heat wave: The early heat wave might stress some cool-weather crops. Row covers can protect them from the sun, but they can also trap heat inside. Some gardeners put up row cover over only the top, as a shade, so the heat can still escape. This method won’t protect the plants from pests, however.
Despite the heat, it still may be a little early to plant things like tomatoes and peppers. The recommended time to plant tomatoes here is after May 20th. Beans can be planted a little sooner.
Some reminders about garden etiquette:
Please put tools away when you’re done. If tools are left in a plot, they aren’t available for other gardeners to use. If they’re left in the mulch piles they can be buried when more mulch is delivered, and the wooden handles will rot.
Never put weeds in the garbage. Also, only plant matter can go in the weed piles. Things like old landscaping cloth should go in the dumpster.
Please never go in another plot or let kids play in another plot unless you have permission from the gardener. Also, last week, we had a dog loose in EH gardens and it was running through plots. Dogs must be on a leash anywhere in the Preserve and Gardens. Dogs don’t know where the paths are, and they can trample plants.
Please don’t take things out of plots that aren’t yours.
Painted boards: Be cautious of using painted boards in your garden. Often, older boards are painted with lead paint. Lead is toxic, and the paint can chip off and contaminate the soil. It’s better to use unpainted wood unless you are certain the paint doesn't contain lead.
Row cover still available: If you missed the row cover sales but you would still like to buy some, please let me know. We have plenty of row cover.
Thanks, and happy gardening,
Lily
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