CSA Week 25—Soup Weather

Once the planting is finished for the year, it’s possible to take a bit of time for a vacation. Cosmo and I had planned on going to Glacier National Park, but were forced to make a Plan B several weeks ago because of the forest fires. So we decided to go to Great Basin National Park instead. We discovered the beauty of the Nevada Desert, the wonder of the Great Basin area, and the history of the Pony Express. We had a great time exploring and camping, and following in Mark Twain’s footsteps.

The Broccoli crowns are about the size of a 50¢ piece now, and they’ll be ready for you in just another week or two!

Naturally, it rained while we were gone, as September is wont to do, and we came back to lush greens and happy brassicas. The Brussels Sprouts will need to be topped soon, and the broccoli and cauliflower plants are starting to build crowns.  Broccoli will be ready for you soon, and cauliflower in a few more weeks.

Lots of tender mustards for salads this fall! Looking luscious!

Sadly, lettuce season is past, but the tender greens like Baby Bok Choi are coming along nicely, and I’m getting them cultivated and cleaned up in this nice, little dry spell we’re having. The kale and chard are coming along, and the last greenhouse planting is going in tomorrow. All of the peppers, eggplants, and tomatoes are ripening up beautifully and should be ready by the weekend, and a fresh crop of Persian Cucumbers is producing like gangbusters.

Last week, Cosmo and I had a road trip/camping adventure through central Nevada. We explored Great Basin National Park, and discovered the Pony Express. We had a fantastic time on our mini vacation.

I sent an email to all current CSA members regarding my new CSA downsize and payment schedule. Please note that priority enrollment for current CSA members ends October 1, and I will open enrollment to the public. I’m cutting my CSA membership by 25%, down to 75 families, so be sure and get a deposit in if you want to participate in 2019! All CSA shares need to be paid in full by December 31, 2018.

Enjoy the fall days and cooler nights. I know we are!