Re: [CH] (no subject)
The Geissmans (jgeissman@socal.rr.com)
Thu, 16 Mar 2006 22:53:27 -0800
I'm also in LA, and although seedlings or 4" pot youngsters from
the nursery would probably survive if planted now or in a couple of
weeks, I think I get better results by waiting and planting the 4"
pot version in late April. Likewise for tomatoes. During March
and most of April they live, but don't grow much.
I fear I'm missing something -- should I be trying to plant as early
as possible? Can someone please explain? I've grown peppers,
tomatoes and eggplant for many years, but am really a neophyte
in terms of understanding the process. I typically grow maybe
four (huge) tomato plants, about 15 different chiles, and a few
other things. I know the more soil prep I do, the better the results,
although really cold or hot spells can interfere.
The nurseries around here are great -- dozens of chile varieties.
Thanks,
Jim
Hobby Farmer wrote:
> > Dale Freeman wrote:
> >
> >> HI guys
> >>
> >> I've been away for a while. Any of the "old timers" out there still?
> >
> >
> > I'm still around. 5 below F last night. Snow today. Damn groundhog!
>
>Still "cold" here in LA too.
>
>High today High 66, low 38.
>
>This year's chiles are about 2' tall (in the greenhouse), but
>I'll probably have to delay another week or two before putting
>them out in the garden.