ThePerfect Tomatoe Sandwich

[Sheepwheat]

Back in the day, mother used to use an old nylon to cover cabbage and cauliflower so cabbage butterflies couldn’t get in to lay their eggs. That might work on broccoli too. I wonder what you actually sprayed on yours? Our yard is patrolled by two guinea hens from sunrise to sunset. I challenge any moving insect to survive around here.

We used to have a dozen running around here. Funny birds they are.

I sprayed with BT. Which is that bacteria that kills caterpillars. It’s worked very well.

[Sheepwheat]

We have a row cover from Lee valley that covers all the vegetables that the insects are after.

That was my thought for next year. Thought I’d try building some frames with screening on them. Nothing like picking a gorgeous head and having it full of worms.

[seldomseen]

We made hoops with rebar and pex pipe to hold up the cover. The bottom edge is held to the ground with 1 inch tubing. Really nice getting cabbage without the worms!

[beaverdam]

Who has had one this year?

Yes, they've been especially delicious this year,,, as have been the peaches.

[Landdownunder]

You guys got the dark green/brown tomatoes really tasty a old variety making a comeback last 2 years.