The Garden Thread - October, 2024

By Free Republic | Created at 2024-10-01 13:36:24 | Updated at 2024-10-02 04:34:55 15 hours ago

The Garden Thread - October, 2024
October 1, 2024 | Diana in WI/Greeneyes in Memoriam

Posted on 10/01/2024 6:10:14 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin

The MONTHLY Gardening Thread is a gathering of folks that love soil, seeds and plants of all kinds. From complete newbies that are looking to start that first potted plant, to gardeners with some acreage, to Master Gardener level and beyond, we would love to hear from you.

If you have specific question about a plant/problem you are having, please remember to state the Growing Zone where you are located.

This thread is a non-political respite. No matter what, you won’t be flamed, and the only dumb question is the one that isn’t asked.

It is impossible to hijack the Gardening Thread. Planting, Harvest to Table Recipes, Preserving, Good Living - there is no telling where it will go - and that is part of the fun and interest. Jump in and join us! Send a Private Message to Diana in Wisconsin if you'd like to be added to/removed from our New & Improved Ping List.

NOTE: This is a once a MONTH Ping List, but we DO post to the thread all throughout the month. Links to related articles and discussions which might be of interest to Gardeners are welcomed any time!

TOPICS: Agriculture; Food; Gardening; Hobbies
KEYWORDS: food; garden; gardening; hobbies

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To: 4everontheRight; Augie; Apple Pan Dowdy; Aevery_Freeman; ApplegateRanch; ArtDodger; AloneInMass; ...

2 posted on 10/01/2024 6:14:40 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have, 'Hobbies.' I'm developing a robust Post-Apocalyptic skill set.)

To: FRiends

3 posted on 10/01/2024 6:22:44 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have, 'Hobbies.' I'm developing a robust Post-Apocalyptic skill set.)

To: Diana in Wisconsin

Help Yourself Tacos
Nice party centerpiece.

Ing 30 taco shells 1 med sweet onion, chopped 2 Tbl olive oil 2 lb ground turkey or beef packet taco seasoning S/p pound Tillamook Mexican 4-Cheese 16 oz. pkg. shredded lettuce 6 chopped Romas cup ea salsa, corn salsa,sour cream, guacamole, Pepita salsa, can sliced olives, sliced red onion, jar LaVictoria Salsa, jar Cholula Salsa, Cilantro, chips, Habanero garnishes.

Steps Center bowl of shredded lettuce/tomatoes on tray. Add small bowls of salsa, guac, olives, and sour cream. Circle rim w/ 30 baked taco shells. Fill in open areas with chips and hot sauce. Serve.

Filling Cook onion tender in heated oil 10 min. Add and brown meat
w/ seasoning ings to taste. Fill shells, add cheese; bake 350 deg 5 min.

4 posted on 10/01/2024 6:25:21 AM PDT by Liz (Faith is believing what you cannot see; its reward is to see what you believe. St Augustine)

To: Diana in Wisconsin

5 posted on 10/01/2024 6:26:01 AM PDT by sauropod ("This is a time when people reveal themselves for who they are." James O'Keefe Ne supra crepidam)

To: Diana in Wisconsin

Good morning to all and Happy Gardening!

We are about to get another huge heat wave in So Cal, temps over 100 degrees! It's never ending...

Everything here is still all about maintenance with the relentless heat and hot winds.

Silk floss tree is blooming -meaning I have to sweep off the sidewalk each day. Flowers are amazing and look like orchids:

Meanwhile, decorating for Halloween while waiting for the weather to cool down so I can plant a winter garden

6 posted on 10/01/2024 6:30:47 AM PDT by Bon of Babble (You Say You Want a Revolution?)

To: Diana in Wisconsin

7 posted on 10/01/2024 6:35:15 AM PDT by left that other site ("Providence" ain't just a city in Rhode Island.)

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