Down to once a day watering. Not sure what to do with all my extra time since I am not watering throughout the day anymore. I still go out several times a day to 'check' on the plants- can't help it I find new growth addicting.
I am loving growing corn. The fast growth that it has is perfect for someone who is in need of instant gratification. The corn is looking a little yellow to me, and so I read online that I was probably over watering the plant. Guessing that once a day has been to much. Instead of spraying the hose on the gardens and have just turned on the hose to a slight stream and walk around watering each plant- similar to a watering can. I read that most plants don't like to get their leaves wet. Wet leaves can lead to mold, fungus, disease, and browning. So, I try to avoid wetting my leaves.
The cucumbers have started their true leaves. They are so soft to touch, it feels like there are little fuzzies covering them.
The tomato transplant looks to have finally recovered from transplant shock and rewarded me with 2 yellow flowers this morning. Highlight of my day- not kidding.
The cantaloupe have 2 true leaves now, the watermelon lags behind a bit with only 1 true leaf. I didn't know that Arizona produced the second largest crop of cantaloupe, just behind California. Glad to know that, it means that I might get a melon or two this summer.
The zinnias and sunflowers are still growing, just not very fast. Looks like they put more time into storing up for future growth then current growth. I think I need to have a few lessons in patience. I am sure they will catch up.
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