I love this photo — it epitomizes our little balcony garden. One lovely delicate poppy framed by the concrete floor. The garden is going like gangbusters — I'm so happy with it. We learned a lot last year and have had some happy accidents along the way. 
My resident basil farmer is very pleased with this year's crop (left) — even while we're still eating pesto from last year! The spinach we grew was very short-lived, so I pulled the stalks that were already going to seed and threw some nasturtium seeds (right) into the box where it had been. They're one of my favorites and I can't wait for the blooms. 
The tomato plants are lookin' good…
Carrots and scallions are just about ready… 
The lettuce is a heat-tolerant variety and just keeps on coming! And the peas… 
Oh yes, the peas. Last year I harvested exactly eight pea pods. 8. I saved most of them to plant again this year and it's an entirely different story this go round. We are in pea-city! I've been battling a little powdery mildew, but the peas keep on coming!
You are amazing to have that crop on your balcony! I am bringing you over here to work your magic in my garden! :) xo - Pam
ReplyDeleteThanks, Pam! That's what my neighbors say, except instead of "amazing," they might say "crazy!"
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