Plants plants and more plants.
These are sunflowers just getting started. The plants in the background are zinnias.
We planted gourds to make bird houses but also just because we like them.
My tomato plants are starting to get big and should have buds on them very soon.
A little squash plant.
And we have cucumbers on the vine already.
This is called a society garlic. It smells like garlic when you brush against it so it helps keep animals out of the garden.
And here are some of the potted day lilies that we have been weeding. Those are loquat trees in the background.
As you know there is only one thing that really scares me and they love to live in the garden. Growing up in the South like I did, I know what the web looks and feels like. And these eggs were a dead giveaway.
Most of the time, they are timid and not at all aggressive but when they have eggs watch out.
When I poked the eggs with a stick, she came out and stood her ground to protect them.
Ok does anyone not know what kind of spider this is? In case you don't know it is a black widow and capable of killing you. And did you know that they eat the males which is how I knew this was a female.
The first three day lily varieties are blooming. These are called #1 Pink, Apricot Cream and Plum Crazy.
I thought it was best to end on a positive note.
Have a wonderful day,
Greg
Comments
Some great pics otherwise, Greg!!! I know you're much warmer down there than it is here at my place, but man.... to see those cucumbers and tomatoes so big already!!!! Just astonishing!!! Thanks for sharing!
Just thinking of vine ripened tomatoes makes my mouth water. We're heading into winter here so none for me for a while.
Now that Black Widow......Oh, we had those back in our wood shed when I was young.... we were very careful when we would go out to get firewood.
You did get a fabulous picture of her....with her red violin...
LOL:Wanda
The lilies are beautiful, and you have an enormous yard! Lucky you.
Great pics of the plants and flowers. Looks like you have your work cut out for you.
Beautiful flowers, Greg.
I have never seen a black widow that was not in a cadge, My son would want to keep it to observe it and,scare his sister with.
My hubbie has 3 tomato plants and we have had a few in our salad. He is so proud : ) LOVE your day lilies. You make me want to get back to more gardening. Keep planting. B
I really enjoy hearing about your plants and seeing the pics of your lilies. You inspire me to get into gear in my own garden. Have a great day!
~AM
I particularily love the chair that sits on the side of your garden. That's where I would be:)
I don't think I've ever actually seen a black widow before. Shudder.
And that ain't what it takes to love me--
You fool, you fool"?
loved that song as a kid, but i STILL HATE SPIDERS...kill 'em whenever i can.
i love all your plants...you'll get some good sales from those.
And, I'm thoroughly jealous of your veggie garden...you're going to have the best time eating all those wonderful veggies!
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Can't wait to see your sunflowers when they bloom - be sure to share photos.