At this point last year, I was so distracted by everything else going on in life with school starting, being busy at work , and trying to keep up the house with 3 jobs between my wife and I that my vegetable garden was neglected. This year, I felt that same pull now that I have both girls in school, we still have 3 jobs, and I’m working on an upcoming project that will take my green transformation to a whole new level.
I made it out this morning to weed the garden, remove one of my six tomato plant, both of my garden beans, and one of my two green peppers. As I posted earlier, all of my tomato plants are pathetic and really don’t expect to get much from the rest that are still in the ground. The garden beans had discolored leaves; when I pulled them from the ground there were at least 3 different bugs in the area but I have no idea if there purpose is for the benefit or detriment of the plant – probably the latter. One of my green pepper plants had dark discoloration in the skin of the peppers, so I yanked the whole thing. There is a second green pepper plant right next to it that doesn’t appear to be affected by it, so there is still some hope left.
I’m considering planting some greens to get a bit of spinach and lettuce before the first frost. However, time is of the essence in other areas of my life.
The garden beans plants were discolored.
What are those dark spots on the green peppers?
The Evergreen Long White Bunching Onions Look Good!
The last Kurota Carrot Plant
The corn is almost ready
It's been a sad, sad year for the tomatoes.
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September 7, 2009 at 8:06 pm
Spotting like that on leaves usually indicates over-watering. Unfortunately, though, it can also mean the presence of a fungus or bacteria. Chop off part of one of the leaves and take it to a reputable local nursery– they’ll be able to tell you.
The spots on your peppers: Dark purple (or blackish) spots on peppers are normal, as long as the pepper still feels normal to the touch. This is one of the ways peppers protect themselves from the sun.
September 7, 2009 at 10:47 pm
Thanks for the tips!
I would be surprised if the spotting was indicative of over-watering as I have relied more on rain this year than on my garden hose. I clipped off the leaves that had spotting, so I may have to wait until they reappear to look into the possibility of a fungus or bacteria.
Wow, I wouldn’t have expected the peppers to be normal. They do feel normal to the touch. I could have left the first plant in a bit longer as 2 of the 3 peppers were on the small side. Fortunately, I saved them!
Great insight on both accounts! You rock!