As the garden finally really takes off, any crop that has been left to its own devices is in danger of being engulfed by purslane and lambs-quarter, and other weeds. (ANN BENNETT PHOTO)
Many weeds, like pigweed surrounding these onions, have a rich history as culinary or medicinal plants, while others can be a treasure trove of information about soil structure and fertility. (COURTESY PHOTO)
As the garden finally really takes off, any crop that has been left to its own devices is in danger of being engulfed by purslane and lambs-quarter, and other weeds. (ANN BENNETT PHOTO)
Many weeds, like pigweed surrounding these onions, have a rich history as culinary or medicinal plants, while others can be a treasure trove of information about soil structure and fertility. (COURTESY PHOTO)
Tuesday’s night of rain brought a sigh of relief from local growers, providing just enough precipitation to take the edge off extremely dry conditions. Coupled with a forecast that calls for steamy 80-degree days ahead, plant growth will hit full tilt as we head into mid-July. And any crop that has been left to its own devices is in danger of being engulfed by pigweed, witch grass or lambs-quarter.
When it comes to weed control, mulches are a key component for main crops like tomatoes, peppers, squashes and cucumbers, and a weed suppressant between rows. Some folks lay out their rows spaciously enough to rototill. But ultimately it comes down to handwork with both a hoe and various small cultivation tools.
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