If it goes another month or so, a pesto might be in order! That or a caprese, though I don't know where I'd get the tomatoes.

It may be tiny, but it's surprisingly tough! We've already had a couple of mornings that were just a bit above freezing, and it's still looking happy. If it stays small I might well put it in a pot and move it inside to weather any cold snaps. Basils can be tough, but freezing is science!🌱

This little basil plant sprouted from stray seeds carried by the wind from across the garden. It refuses to give in to the cold fall mornings, and though smaller than its summer siblings, seems to be doing well. Let's see how far it makes it into Zone 10a winter. I'm rootin' for ya little guy!🌱

The trace amounts of salt on seaweed are normally not cause for concern, especially if you irritate regularly or live in an area with even modest amounts of rain. If you'd like to exercise an abundance of caution, you can quickly spray it down with your garden hose prior to application.

I agree! There's not much better than sitting on the rocks and taking in the ocean mist while I sip my warm coffee.

Yeah, it's a great mulch as well, and overall does a really good job of amending poor soil. It's generally alkaline though, and so care should be taken to monitor your pH levels if you use it often.🌱

On my way to surf this morning, I snapped this picture of the sun poking through some clouds. Often after surfing, I'll bring home a bucket of seaweed (mostly kelp) for my vegetable garden planters. Did you know you can use seaweed as a natural fertilizer, just by mixing it into the soil?🌱

That's one of the great things about peaches (and apricots), they tend to be true to seed! This means id you eat an especially sweet one, you should plant it and see what you get!🌱

That's a good point! Maybe the fretting was (is) warranted!

Just know that a planted seed will yield a variety different from the mother tree, and may not yield desirable fruits. Imagine the heartbreak of waiting years, only to discover the fruits are stringy and flavorless.

It makes me wonder - What other things should I have already planted years ago?

Just over two years ago, I planted an avocado tree from a 10 gallon bucket. After an overabundance of fretting care, the first hass avocados have finally made it to maturity! I recently had one on toast - a savory, creamy delight! There's nothing like enjoying the fruits of your own garden!🌱

Thinning out seedlings can be hard. You feel the burden of deciding which is the 'chosen sprout', all the while being plagued by the regret of so many plants that could have been! Here's a progression of Swiss Chard, from living in a crowded bunch, to a lonely, then thriving plant.🌱

You don't have to be in the garden to enjoy greenery. I've found that if you stop and take the time, you can find the beauty of nature in the most mundane places. I was struck by the warm fall colors while on my brisk morning outing. I snapped this picture to share.🌱

Even if my tomato plant doesn't yield another harvest, it still seems like I'll be getting a few peas! Though this variety is called "Alaska" it still thrives in Zone 10a, faring well against the cold mornings here. What should I do with these? Pea soup?🌱

This roma tomato plant decided it wasn't ready to die yet, sprouting a bunch of new foliage, and even some flowers! Usually I pull my tomato plants out in October, but what's the chance of getting another round of tomatoes from this fellow in Zone 10a?🌱

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Those look like Roma tomatoes. Are yours still sweet this time of year? Starting in September mine lose their sweetness and begin to become more tangy in flavor.