The Journal of Tim Roberts

 
Whilst cleaning out my cupboards yesterday I found a pack of rosemary seeds. I have no recall of purchasing them or how long they have been there, but they simply had to be sown. I set them down in three smaller plant pots and covered them with 3mm of soil, rather complacently. Let’s see what happens.

During my spring cleaning session I sowed 2 varieties of my plum tomato seeds in a spare seed tray I had. The weather is quite warm at the moment - late twenties - and I have the benefit of front and back enclosures in my apartment that allow for good heat morning and afternoon. It does mean moving them twice a day, but I am confident I can germinate my tomatoes straight from soil in these conditions.

 I have sown Plum Romas and Lemon Plums. I am looking forwards to the Lemon Plums as their golden yellow colour makes salads look a touch more exotic. The Plum Romas are going to be used for soup. With these two I am hoping for some signs of germination with 7 to 10 days. As I write they are in my back porch keeping my chilies company in the morning heat. If these are successful, I have another 2 varieties of plum tomato seed to sow another weekend.

Finally, for today, a lettuce / endive update. Both varieties are now germinating in my “lettuce tub”. I will be keeping an eye on them as I plan move them on for use and resow every 3 weeks to keep a supply throughout the summer. The lettuce have been easy to grow so far. Sow them and leave them in the light. I am looking forwards to trying other varieties and ensuring this summer’s salads are plentiful.