So How Does YOUR Garden Grow?

MrsB

I had to toss one of the avocado seeds rooting in water, leaving 5 of the original 8.

I am using non-soapy water from the kitchen for the spider plants and the Xmas cactus. All are thriving.


KimB

Looking GOOD!


Fresh Tomatoes, Strawberries
and Basil

The tomatoes and strawberries are really starting to pop now! So far the flash tape has been working and no birds have gotten into the berries. The tater plants have just about finished flowering too.

Here's my fresh tomato & basil salad recipe. Adjust all ingredients to the amount of salad you are making and/or add more to your taste.

Fresh Garden Tomato and Basil Salad

Fresh Garden Tomato
and Basil Salad

Fresh Tomatoes – cut into bite sized chunks
Garlic – 2 cloves mince/smashed/coarse chopped
Fresh Basil Leaves – 3-6 large leaves – cut into ribbons with scissors
Olive Oil
Rice Wine Vinegar
Balsamic Vinegar
Ginger - fresh is best
Salt – only if you need it.
Sugar – if using store bought tomatoes then a bit of sugar.

Optional: Fresh cucumber - cut into slices with or without the skin.
Optional: Herbs – Italian Seasoning or Other Mixed Herbs

Put all ingredients into a bowl. Add the herbs and basil ribbons. Drizzle olive oil over all. Add the Rice Wine Vinegar. Add just a dash of Balsamic Vinegar to the mix. Stir and place in the refrigerator. Stir periodically. Chill for 20 min before serving.

The tomatoes will add their juice to the oil and vinegar and make the dressing sweet and tasty.

Fresh Tomatoes, Strawberries and Basil