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​​Garden.True.North is about gardening in Zone 3,

​sharing thoughts, ideas and tips for all northern gardeners.

Fruit to Flower

7/20/2017

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​There is a buzz in the air.  Yes, that’s a good thing.  It means that our pollinators are doing their thing.   But the buzz is questions being asked:  Why are the tomatoes taking so long to ripen?  When will the green beans be ready?  I know that green beans will be ready 1-2 weeks after they flower.  I don’t have a clue for the other vegetables in my garden. I just know the wait seems longer each year. For northern gardeners it can take a big chunk of the summer for a small green tomato to become lush, large, juicy and red.  Why?

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Mighty Oaks

7/12/2017

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Oaks are one of our more stately native trees.  It's botanical name is Quercus.   
 Cultures that have come in contact with oaks have created many myths.  Here is just a sampling:
  • It is said that if you can catch a falling Oak leaf you shall have no colds all winter. 
  • Acorns carried in a pocket or bag protect you from storms, getting lost and old age.
  • Acorns planted in the dark of the moon bring financial prosperity.  

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July Task List

7/5/2017

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In my garden notebook are the following reminders:  
  • Remove peony seedpods
  • Harvest garlic when half the leaves turn brown
  • Plant fall lettuce, spinach, pak choi, kale
  • Fertilize asparagus
  • Fertilize perennial beds
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