





The tomatoes are almost ready to start turning color, the Japanese pumpkins and yellow squash are bearing as are the English and Chinese cucumbers. Our attempt at growing Sz Gua (loufa) and Dong Gua (winter melon) appear to be successful as both are blooming and preparing to set fruit. We are excited about the first fruit appearing on the ground cherries too.
In the wings I have about 8 goji plants started that will take another 3-4 years to start bearing. I am trying to be patient with some Szchuan pepper seeds that are reported to take up to 18 months to germinate, AFTER 3 months in the freezer. Oh, well, I may have a hard time finding a place for them anyway.