It’s been hot recently, and I’m very proud of the boy’s efforts in watering the garden and keeping things alive. (I only visit on the weekends to tidy the garden and lend my expertise.) Things are getting lush and full – not that filling this tiny space is hard. The sweet peas expired with the heat, and have been pulled out along with at least half of the lettuce. The rest of the lettuce will reach it’s demise soon. 
Remember the herb containers we planted back in May? They've filled in and look gorgeous, if I must say so. Herbs alone can be a boring mass of green. The addition of ornamental plants brings some color and interest. The tall container on the top stoop is full of ornamentals with lemon grass being the only herb in the pot. All the other pots are full of herbs with just a few ornamental red verbena trailing and weaving their bright heads amongst the green.
The tomatoes and cucumbers are climbing the walls. Cucumbers do it on their own with tendrils; tomatoes need help with a little twine. Often there's more vertical space available in cities than flat ground, so use it.
While tying up the tomatoes, I saw the cutest thing - the boy secured the tomato to the lattice by tying the twine into a bow. So cute! I just tie two half hitches and move on.
The kohlrabi are ready! They're amazing glaucous purple globes with leaves radiating out like tentacles. The kohlrabi planted on the shady side of the garden were slow and never developed a bulbous base; they were pulled out to make room for a crook neck yellow squash that just went in. I know. There's no room for it.
Things a comin': purple eggplant flowers, baby jalepenos, baby cherry tomatoes, and baby cucumbers. Can't wait!Not only is it the time of the year for vacations and weekend trips, the boy travels a lot for work, so the heat and absence of a person to water can take a toll on plants. We move the containers into the shade when out of town, and do a little rain dance. Of course, the containers and beds get a loving soak from the hose before we depart. So far, so good. Hope your garden and containers are looking good and surviving the heat.
Urban Gardening - Early March
Urban Gardening - Early April
Urban Gardening - Mid-April
Urban Gardening -Early May
Urban Gardening - Late May
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