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Bolas De Fraile · 05-01-2011, 12:43 AM

The weather here has been incredible, its 06.38 am not a cloud in the sky.
This has allowed us to plant like mad, we have not cooked an evening meal inside for the last 10 days. The progress so far its less boring if you clic on view as a slideshow BBQ pictures by Hvar2010 - Photobucket

**PrincessFiona60** · 05-01-2011, 12:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Bolas De Fraile

The weather here has been incredible, its 06.38 am not a cloud in the sky.
This has allowed us to plant like mad, we have not cooked an evening meal inside for the last 10 days. The progress so far its less boring if you clic on view as a slideshow BBQ pictures by Hvar2010 - Photobucket

It looks like you planted Max...are you watering him, too?

Garden looks great!

Bolas De Fraile · 05-01-2011, 12:55 AM

Thank you Fi, its is Max who waters the lawns can you see the yellow patches

justplainbill · 05-01-2011, 08:57 AM

How does Greek basil compare to Ligurian basil?

natt12321 · 05-01-2011, 09:29 AM

That looks fab! We've also taken the opportunity with the nice weather to finish planting the garden up!

Bolas De Fraile · 05-01-2011, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by justplainbill

How does Greek basil compare to Ligurian basil?

I like it better Bill, its got a more pungent taste. I still use the Italian Basil in things like Pesto and Pizza but for tom salads ect we favor the greek

Bolas De Fraile · 05-01-2011, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by natt12321

That looks fab! We've also taken the opportunity with the nice weather to finish planting the garden up!

Thanks Nat its another scorcher up here

web-collage · 05-17-2011, 05:10 PM

What sort of shallots do you plant? Any recommendations?

justplainbill · 05-17-2011, 05:22 PM

The shallots I've grown are a bit too mild for my taste. In your area, I'd suggest you give garlic chives a try. Garlic chives (Chinese leeks) are a perennial that can survive summer heat averaging 90+F and thrive in the 40 - 70F spring and fall temps and survive 0 deg F. winters.

licia · 05-17-2011, 05:31 PM

The garden looks great. I don't remember where you live, but it must be a very mild climate. Dh just built me a garden spot - 4 feet x 10 feet x 10 inches. We purchased the soil today and I can't wait to get planting. I've noticed that many people are planting late this year.