Beans are canned, beets are parboiling as we speak, and cucumbers are soaking in hot pepper/garlic/dill/vinegar brine. Zucchinis are regular gifts to friends, acorn squashes are prolific on their vines and cantaloupes are softball size. Tomatoes of all types - Romas, Ruetgers, Early Girls, Beefsteaks - are ripening, and jalapenos, banana peppers and anaheims are nearly ready to pick. Onions are harvested, garlic is resting nicely and it's Salsa Season, YAY!! The time is upon us - well, upon me - and the joys of harvesting the fruits of my spring labors and summer water bills are beginning to be realized.
Here's a wonderful web site for very good information regarding the harvesting and preservation of garden produce. Easy to understand for the beginner, and easy to navigate for the expert: http://www.pickyourown.org/index.htm
Happy gardening and harvesting! Please don't hesitate to drop a comment or question if you're interested in some ideas of how to join the multitude of "home preservationists" out here! You don't have to garden in order to enjoy wholesome produce all year around.
Best to you!!!!
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