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Gardening

Klondike Kat

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3. The Cherokee Purple was already started

Reply to Diamond_Dog (Reply #1)

Tue May 26, 2026, 06:38 PM

18 hrs ago

I planted one years ago and have been looking for another one ever since. They're great for eating raw or on a sandwich, but I don't recommend canning them - it ruins the flavor. I was looking for an heirloom tomato named "Mortgage Lifter" but I couldn't find one. I had one years ago and the fruits were enormous. My wife planted some bell peppers and plans on putting in some summer squash. We've a bunch of flowers to put in, too.

It's been beastly hot in our neck-of-the-woods this week (made it to 92° today) last week we had highs in the 60s. Not used to the heat yet. I try to get my outdoor activities done before noon.

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Started planting in the garden this weekend (5/23) [View all] Klondike Kat Sunday OP

Your veggie garden sounds great! We have a few similarities in ours. Diamond_Dog Sunday #1

The Cherokee Purple was already started Klondike Kat 18 hrs ago #3

Sounds great! Bayard Sunday #2