Garden time is coming

[Jimi]

Hornworms are possible. If you have a blacklight go out at night and they will glow brightly. You can snag a UV flashlight on Amazon for less than $10.

I think this is the work of an animal, I see fresh deer tracks but sure didn't think they would eat a Jalapeno

 

[Jimi]

Hi Jimi, Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Midsummer Garden Recalibration and Q&A. In this special Midsummer Garden Check-In, Stacey Murphy helped us pause in the messy middle of the season, celebrate what is working, and approach garden challenges with more calm and clarity. >> Watch the Midsummer Garden Check-In Replay We began by celebrating what your gardens are producing right now, including tomatoes, cucumbers, zucchini, greens, herbs, fruit, flowers, and even some much-needed rain. Then Stacey helped us look more closely at the challenges that can arise during midsummer. Inside the replay, you’ll hear Stacey share: How plants respond to weather stress (heat, drought, heavy rain) Why calm observation is often more useful than rushing to fix a problem How to become a “detective” by looking for patterns and clues Why plants may produce plenty of leaves but very little fruit How soil nutrition supports tomatoes, squash, and fruiting crops Ways to protect plants from insects, birds, rabbits, and larger animals A simple weekly garden log can help you make better decisions How harvesting regularly can reduce pest pressure One of the biggest reminders from the conversation was this: Before focusing on everything that appears to be going wrong, pause and notice what is already growing well.

Your garden does not have to be perfect to be productive, meaningful, or worth celebrating. >> Watch the Replay Here Toward the end of the session, we also share a few next-step options for gardeners who want to go deeper, reconnect with their garden, or receive more ongoing support throughout the year. You’ll find those resources on the replay page. Here’s to growing with more curiosity, gratitude, and calm, The Grow Your Own Vegetables Team P.S. Stacey recommended keeping a simple weekly garden log. Note what you harvested, what is thriving, what pests appeared, and what the weather was like. Those small observations can become some of your most useful gardening lessons.

 

[gopher_byrd]

Harvest has been slowing down due to heat, but I got some picked today.

 

[2WhiteWolves]

I think this is the work of an animal, I see fresh deer tracks but sure didn't think they would eat a Jalapeno

The deer love munching on the young Bing Cherry tree leaves. They hit every single Cherry saplings they see.

 

[Jimi]

Here's my Pick/dig of the day for July 31

Gettin lots of maters, I think it's the fertilizer I am usin this year
The Big Roma's are Amish Paste, Love those
The smaller Roma's are gettin ate up by the deer but at least he is fertilizing as he eats
4 little yellow 2 bite maters



The pink maters are Damsel, just can't believe hot good they have produced
Also a few jalapeno's



A few red bell peppers



And the rest of my taders

 

[Jimi]

Are Your Containers Drying Out Too Fast?​

​ Container gardens can be incredibly productive, but they also need a different approach than growing in the ground. If you've ever wondered why one pot seems to dry out by lunchtime while another stays perfectly moist, there's a reason. In this week's blog, discover simple watering principles that can help your container garden thrive. You'll learn why watering isn't just about how often you water, but understanding what your plants and containers need to stay healthy through the heat of summer.

Read Container Garden Watering Tips here​

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Strawberry Success: Grow Bigger, Earlier Berries​ The Thriving Gardener Monthly Garden Masterclass​ with Michael Kilpatrick​

Most gardeners think about strawberries in the spring. The secret to bigger, healthier harvests actually begins in the fall. Join farmer and educator Michael Kilpatrick for this complimentary masterclass and discover why planting strawberry plugs in the fall creates stronger plants, earlier harvests, and sweeter berries next season.

Tuesday, August 4 5 PM PT / 8 PM ET In this master class, you'll learn: How Michael's annual strawberry bed system works Why fall is the ideal time to plant strawberry plugs The best strawberry varieties for fall planting How to overwinter your plants successfully How to enjoy earlier, more abundant spring harvests Simple tips for healthier plants and sweeter berries Whether you're planting a small backyard patch or dreaming of baskets overflowing with berries, you'll leave with a practical plan you can put into action this fall. ​

Reserve Your Free Spot for the Strawberry Success Masterclass Today​

 

[Jimi]

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Blanching & Freezing Guide​

​ Freezing is one of the easiest ways to enjoy your garden harvest long after the growing season ends, but most vegetables need one important step first: blanching. We created a simple, one-page guide with recommended boiling-water and steam-blanching times for vegetables including beans, broccoli, carrots, corn, greens, zucchini, and more. Download it now and keep it handy as your harvest comes in.

Download the Blanching Guide​

Want More Help Preserving Your Harvest?​ ​