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3boysnagrl
08-12-2007, 01:49 AM
I finally got my plants in the ground. I was waiting for my beans to grow so I could see where I needed to put the tomatoes, peppers and cukes. Well... something ate my beans plants when they were about 4" tall. They looked so cute, too!

So... this evening I put my tomatoes in the ground. I have 3 types: better bush, romas and lemon boy. The better bush already has some little tiny tomatoes starting - but it's only about 18" high (if that). I'm hoping it will still grow. Anyone know, should I prune it off the top a bit? I also put a cucumber plant and two pepper plants (one is a purple pepper, the other is a blushing beauty). We'll see how they turn out.

My lettuce is growing nicely in a long container. I think it will be ready to eat in a week or two.

I have a pretty large culinary herb garden out front, too. I made some delicious basil pesto earlier this week. I also have been using the fresh herbs every day in our meals. I love having them available... and they smell so yummy. :)

Korwynne
08-14-2007, 04:34 PM
share the basil pesto recipe? :)

3boysnagrl
08-17-2007, 10:30 PM
share the basil pesto recipe? :)

lots and lots of basil leaves, some garlic, parmesan cheese, pine nuts - process it in the blender or food processor and add in some evoo (extra virgin olive oil) a little at a time until the mixture is smooth and not too thick.

I never measure anything... everything is by eye.