A Visit to Cistus Nursery
I rarely go to nurseries anymore since I work part-time at one and another reason being that I don't have much room for additional plants. When a garden fanatic runs out of room, the brain goes into overdrive, dreaming up ingenious ways to incorporate more plants. And another thing happens - a burning desire to obtain rare and unique plants. I've been moving plants around, a tricky process that has a domino effect. A plant is unhappy - it is getting too much shade or perhaps too much sun. There is a plant that did not get as large as you thought it would or it is just a slow grower and now it is hopelessly hidden behind a taller plant. Sometimes a plant is just a dud for reasons unknown (Rhododendron 'Golden Gate' anyone?). I find the plant in question a better home, but it means that another plant will have to be moved. And the merry-go-round continues to turn... However, for those plants that are to be discarded, a space opens up for a new one! I decided to move a Mou...
thanks for this. I keep a spray bottle of vinegar on my kitchen counter. With Tuscumbia'a hard water it comes in handy a lot. It's good for cleaning. I also spray out my coffee mugs after making hot tea to get the stain out. Mary
ReplyDeleteHmmm I just read that if you give berries a wash with that vinegar they won't develop mold right away.
ReplyDeleteThat's a nice crop! Are you still using your hang upside down thing? :0)
ReplyDeleteJust remember if you purchase fruits or vegetables from a roadside stand, they preferably need to be cooked in order to prevent the transmission of Hep A.
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ReplyDeleteMmmmm. Salsa coming your way. I have a hard time washing things like berries.
ReplyDeleteThat is so simple. I already have both in spray bottles to use for general disinfecting.
ReplyDeleteLove those tomatoes. It looks fresh and organic. You've grown them well. Thanks for the useful tip. Its safe and cheap.
ReplyDeleteInteresting. Love the tomatoes! I know what you mean about being worried about chemicals. I certainly am.~~Dee
ReplyDeleteGreat harvest!! Nice to know how to safely clean veggies that may have pesticides on them. I know my farmer is totally organic, Hooray!!
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