Southern Peas (Cowpeas, Black-eyed, Purple Hull) Leaves the Station Monday
Do this: Sow seed directly 2.5" deep, 5" apart, rows 30" apart. Why: Plant today, first harvest around Jun 19.
Plant today
Yardlong (Asparagus) Bean Leaves the Station Monday
Do this: Sow seed directly 2" deep, 10" apart, rows 42" apart. Why: Plant today, first harvest around May 30.
In season now
Basil: 163 Days Left to Plant
Do this: Sow seed or set transplants 0.25" deep, 12" apart, rows 36" apart. Why: Plant today, first harvest around Jun 19.
Garden chores
Get your gauge tested
Do this: Have your pressure canner's dial gauge checked before canning season starts.
Mulch 4 inches deep
Do this: Spread compost, leaves or straw around plants until it settles to about 4 inches.
Weigh today's pick
Do this: Put today's harvest on the scale and log the pounds before it hits the kitchen.