I started container gardening last spring. I found that the less store-bought product I used, the more success I had. If you will do your research on baking soda, egg shells, peanut hulls, coffee grounds you might have better success.
Triple-digit temps mean nothing is growing...Lots of blossom drop.
When things get too hot, beyond tropical stage for tomatoes and bell peppers, creating a shade cover for them helps keep watering to a minimum.
Hope this helps! Prayers you'll have a better harvest next time.
Btw, those look like blueberries OR muscadine grapes; but why not take them to the local gardener or do a comparison search online. They are beautiful whatever they are. And, if they're edible, be sure to start new cuttings for some good jam.
Peace.
(muscadine link) http://www.justfruitsandexotics.com/JFE/product/noble-muscadine-grape-vine/
I found that true as you did. I do put all coffee grounds, peanut shells, egg shells and ashes from the fireplace in the garden. I never heard of baking soda, but I guess that would reduce the acidity. I was going to put up a tarp over the garden before the heat wave but I was lazy. I will get that done before next season. All your comments are spot on. As far as the plant, I took some of the berries and go the seeds out of them. I'm trying to germinate them. I think I'll dig up the plant when the weather changes and transplant it into a pot so I can bring it inside. Thank you for all your helpful comments.
Absolutely! Yes, the baking soda helps the ph balance of the soil, as well as deters pests.
Best regards,
Peace.
You know they say you should learn at least one new thing everyday. Well you just 'schooled' me. Thank you. Have a good evening.
;+)!!!
That's the beauty of Steemit.
We learn from each other.
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That's what I'm hoping to do, learn. Have a good evening.
Hi @outwalking...I came across a resteem of a post I read 8 days ago. I'm including the link. The berries in your photo resembles those they were drying...black currants.
Hope this gets you closer to determining what fruit it is. If you didn't plant it, a bird probably dropped a few seeds along the way.
https://steemit.com/homesteading/@arcticgarden/it-s-berry-time
Peace.
I think you're right. I didn't even think of currant because I thought currants grew in colder weather. Thank you so much.
I can hardly wait for an official verdict. What a blessing if it's currants. If they're growing in less than conducive environment, it's definitely God smiling on your efforts.
Peace.
Good morning, I went to the local nursery and they weren't sure what it was. I got a response today from @amymya and it was suggested that it might be 'potato fruit'. amymya's post is below. Still searching. Have a nice day.
OMGoodness...potato fruit?..That's a new term for me...I just took a look at the images. I'm presuming the flesh of a potato and the flesh of a berry would be helpful in distinguishing.
Perhaps, you could drop it by the horticultural department at a local college, or, maybe a garden society.
I know it seems like going far out of the way; but, food safety is what stands out the most. I'm pretty sure, if it tastes good, and doesn't make you ill, it's probably safe; HOWEVER, don't take my word for it!!! ;+)
Keep us posted!
Peace.