Topsy Turvy Disaster

Well it didn't work. The tomato plant is almost dead. I just don't get it. It seemed like a logical idea. I did plant another one, right side up, and it's doing great, full of flowers.

The garden is growing

After studying the topsy turvy tomato plant I finally created my own version. Dan Iverson was so kind to drill a hole in the planter for me. I planted a cherry tomato plant in the base and basil and cilantro on the top. No flowers yet, but it's looking healthy I hope to see some buds in the next few weeks.

Also, the bell pepper plants are starting to produce fruit. Two of plants are getting big and strong, but other four aren't maturing as I had hoped. I picked up some miracle grow plant food.

Potted Garden

It's finally warming up here and I've moved into my new apartment. It has nice afternoon sun on the deck and I'm hoping for a good crop this year. Last year, my most productive plant was the habanero. It produced around 100 tiny (but very flavorful) peppers. This year I'm expanding my selection and trying to produce a salad garden: tomatoes, lettuces, bell peppers and snap peas. I also planted two habanero plants and some rosemary. I read about making a classier version of the topsy turvy tomatoe planter, utilizing a 12" hanging basket, drilling a 2" hole in the bottom for the tomato plant and planting basil and other herbs on the top. I'll post pictures one I get that assembled.

I planted these guys this morning so you are seeing them on Day 1.

Habanero Plants (left)

Peas and salad mix (below)

Rosemary (left)

Bell Peppers (left)