Monday, August 8

Better than expected


Well isn't it a difficult year for gardeners and farmers? Any rain that is falling just wets any bare earth as it isn't heavy enough to penetrate any plant top-growth. To deliver moisture to plant roots we have to rely on the watering can.


One crop being prioritised is a couple of rows of peas. Pods have set and I want to give them every chance that I can to swell. I gave the bed at least ten cans of water. This was delivered without the rose directly to the roots.

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4 comments:

  1. Belinda RobinsonAugust 13, 2022

    Amazing harvests Sue! And no wonder with all those cans of water you’re putting down - what a workout! I’ve just asked Jamie to add orzo to the shopping list, that looks like a tasty dish and the curry - yum!

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  2. Daisy DebsAugust 13, 2022

    Fantastic ! You've done really well !

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    1. Sue GarrettSeptember 18, 2022

      Sorry Debs, I just found your comment waiting to be moderated.

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  3. Sue GarrettAugust 15, 2022

    It certainly has been a workout Belinda. Who needs a gym?

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