Oregon Tree Hugger

Another week, more cold weather. I think the purple leaves in the tomatillos are a symptom of the cold, as I had the same problem with my tomato seedlings earlier in the season. (Colder temperatures prevent tomatoes from taking up phosphorus from the soil, so if you see the leaves or stems start to turn [...]

Of course I worry about frost. Will my tender veggies and new blossoms survive a night of cold temps? Will their growth be stunted? Will their flowers not set? Will their fruit production be reduced?