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Checking on the newbies. Seeing what works, where and why. Plants generally have some protective mechanisms built into their dna. Creating condition's for one may not be ideal for another. Plus different environments produce a different kind of pest sometimes. All in all not bad plus when the rain waves it's magic wand everything stands to attention. Water61.7F. Air82FIt rained! In our town that's like winning $300 on a scratcher ticket. The colors on the greens in the rock trough look very vibrant, no special filters. To the right is a baby Red Romaine starting its life cycle. Background is a little Celery forest not quite sure what to make of it, except it really has some great snap and flavor.Arugula. Root fibers searching for nutrients. About this stage is ok to introduce them to the main system. Arugula leaves can be eaten at any stage. Younger leaves are generally preferred as the older leaves can become slightly bitter.Cabbage Kale unleashing its roar power. This time of year is really great if you work outside. The magic of growing things, fresh air, the sound of running water. Not a bad life choice.Rocky Road. In the foreground, Arugula, Red Russian Kale, Noble Spinach. Further down the road is Tom Thumb Lettuce and Scotch Kale. Rain maybe coming Sunday night and Monday, the rock trough pictured here, takes it all in its stride. Water temp on the hill system was a steady 70f fluctuating within 5 degreesRed Romaine. On the tips there is a slight reddish tinge developing. This according to the picture on the seed packet should become more pronounced into maturity. Darker reddish leaves although not conventionaly main stream popular generally carry more Phytonutrients.
When are you guys doing a class this year? I have some pals that are interested in learning about aquaponics and growing veggies hydroponically
Please let me know if we can arrange a class!?
Thanks all the best,
Sagar the Conscious Gardener