Tag Archives: Summer Squash

The Cold Frame Returns, Along With The Jerusalem Artichokes

The Jerusalem artichokes are coming into their own. At least the blossoms are. Who knows what their little tubers are doing down in the ground? I’ll find out in Late October or early November when I harvest them again. Last … Continue reading

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Neglected Chores: A Garden Update

Last weekend was not much for gardening. I went away on Saturday and Sunday was far too hot to be outside doing anything other than swimming or sitting in the shade reading. I did get to the garden on Monday … Continue reading

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Summer Harvesting, Fall Planting

I have been so busy in the garden that last week I simply couldn’t post a blog.  Some of the fruits of my labor are in my pantry now. In the Plot Against Hunger garden, the zucchini and summer squash … Continue reading

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American Legion Post 139 Donates Space for Planting

Late last winter, Plot Against Hunger members had been eyeing what appeared to be a formerly planted area of the lawn of the American Legion Post on Washington Boulevard.  It was up against the wall of Casual Adventure, an outdoor outfitter, … Continue reading

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This Week’s Harvest: Chard, Carrots, Parsley, and Squash

I’ve been eating pretty well from my garden.  First there were lettuces and spinach, then the chard came on, followed by the peas and carrots.  I’m still eating lettuce and chard and have harvested the last of my carrots. Earlier … Continue reading

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