That is possible it is also possible they had to go through several inches of straw mulch to get nutrients. The soil was so bad that I did a trench compost method. Where I placed old fruits and veggies from last year in a trench and covered with mulch then covered with potting soil, then seeded. I was surprised when anything even spouted but was even more surprised today to see some were ready to harvest. Only three weeks from seeding.
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The long roots of the radishes are impressive. Perhaps they are long due to your dry spell in the Netherlands.
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That is possible it is also possible they had to go through several inches of straw mulch to get nutrients. The soil was so bad that I did a trench compost method. Where I placed old fruits and veggies from last year in a trench and covered with mulch then covered with potting soil, then seeded. I was surprised when anything even spouted but was even more surprised today to see some were ready to harvest. Only three weeks from seeding.
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An interesting way to grow vegetables!
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Yes, it is. Plus, I am finding it is nice on my back as well.
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Loving that radish pic, the contrast of red against blue grey.
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Thanks for the compliment! It was an impulse photo this morning on my new work table. Happy how it turned out!
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I especially love the name of the highway!
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That street sign absolutely cracked me up – then followed by the pasta monster – now on the floor. Thanks for sharing a good laugh.
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Yeah, I was thinking that somehow the monster pasta thing might cause young children issues.
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