CMPMAN1974 Growing Thread - 2009

[cmpman1974]

I misplaced my original thread so I'm starting here. A few pics of my seedlngs. They look pathetic compared to previous years, but...

In order:

Pansies
Lupines & Other Perennials
Swiss Chard
Lettuce & Cole Crops

Chris

 

[cmpman1974]

The peppers are really the pathetic ones (small seedlings). The C. Pubescens are rebounding.

Chris

 

[cmpman1974]

Pepper seedlings and eggplant seedlings.

 

[Pepperfreak]

Those seedlings are looking great. They seem to like tier picture taken. Congrats!

 

[cmpman1974]

The ladybugs helped wipe out aphids and the larger plants are doing nicely. I fear the seedlings in 2.5" square trays may be permanently stunted. It's embarrassing how old they are. lol. Some were germinated in early February. I've still got 8-10 weeks though. Maybe I'll get lucky. If not, I guess I'll grow other stuff.

Chris

 

[Captain Murphy]

It's nice to see those Ladybugs earning their keep.

 

[Pepper Ridge Farm]

When you order ladybugs how do they count exactly 1500. Just wanted to know. Still sorry to hear about the first starts, but I see that you did plant more supehots. Good boy Chris, I got 3 Orange 7 Pod seed from Sara and none of mine germinated. Not complaining have plenty this year. You'll have a fine year I'm sure.

 

[Philipperv]

Looking good Chris.

 

[bigt]

It's sweet to see those ladybugs standing guard in the pictures. You have them well trained Chris!

 

[Omri]

Awesome as usual.

 

[imaguitargod]

When you order ladybugs how do they count exactly 1500.

Very carefully, one at a time. People have been known to go crazy after their first three days counting in the assembly line.

 

[cmpman1974]

Actually PRF, they sent 1,498. I threw a bitch fit and made them overnight the last two ladybugs. No one's ripping me off. lol. Kidding.

Chris

 

[Pepper Ridge Farm]

Do they do it by weight or do they know what 100 ladybugs looks like and do that 15 times. I don't know. I'm sure they multiply quite rapidly anyhow.

 

[cmpman1974]

Still kicking along - 7 weeks to plant out. Pics of my C. Pubescens (most). They've miraculously recovered after the ladybugs killed the aphids!

Chris

 

[cmpman1974]

More...

 

[cmpman1974]

More peppers then tomatoes then eggplants.

Chris

 

[cmpman1974]

Other stuff I grow (flowers, herbs, veggies, etc.).

 

[cmpman1974]

Last pics...celery (never tried before) and you can see a busy time of the year!

 

[moyboy]

Love your set up Chris.....That really is some good plant porn.

I Can't wait for spring to come around for us again.....But for now I am putting all my energy into the winter crops...

Thanks for the pics mate...

 

[thepodpiper]

Hey Chris, Have'nt spoke to you in awhile, looking good and nice assortment.