I picked my first zucchini of the season today from my garden. I would be happy growing zucchini just for the huge beautiful green leaves. The fruit of the vine is a bonus.
In the past, I have made the mistake of planting cuke and zucchini seeds too early… before the soil has warmed enough. The seeds rot in the ground and I must replant. This spring I think I overcompensated, so my zucchini and cukes are bearing fruit later than normal. Therefore, until my crop is plentiful, I will support the growers at our local farmers market. I look forward to each Tuesday morning to discover what new fruit, veggies, flowers, jams, and homemade bread and rolls will be displayed so temptingly at each farmers stand. The veggies are so crisp having just been harvested that morning. This is what I came home with this morning.
Sweet corn, leaf lettuce, heirloom cherry tomatoes, cuke, rutabaga, green pepper, zucchini, and blueberries…
Whiteley Creek Homestead 
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