@@leviduve4001 I’ve never grown them fully to harvest. I know they flower and fruit once a year, that mother tree will die off and other “pups” surrounding the mother tree will grow for the next year’s banana harvest. But I’m not sure what time of the year they set fruit typically,
Hi, Shelby! Greetings from Seattle, Washington! The zucchini - looks like an Italian variety. I’m growing some this year (“Cocozelle”) for the first time. I usually only grow black beauty or Mexican gray….so I’m excited!!
I’ve grown both black beauty and the gray variety. The gray one I find to be nice and sweet. This is indeed the Italian stripped zucchini. It’s tasty, especially when picked young. We went out of town for 2 days which is why these grew to monstrous sizes lol. Thanks for watching!
@@Homesteading.with.Shelby Cucumis Anguria /West Indian Cucumbers. The leaves are very pretty and look like the ones of water melons. They are supposed to be resistant against powdery mildew and they don't need a much water as other cucumbers, at least, that's what I heard here on CZcams. Harvest them young, then they are super delicious
This is the Italian stripped. I find it’s been equally susceptible to caterpillars drilling into them. However, I just either cut around them, if that happens. Or pick them young and the pest tend not to get to them. Thank you!
I typically start seeds in February for tomatoes, peppers and plants like eggplant. I like to get all the garden beds amended with fresh compost starting in February and early March. By the last week in March, I direct sow seeds like beans, squash and watermelon. So basically start in February if you live in the same Zone as me. Thanks for watching!
1:47 That looks like blight to me. Depending on the type, it's either a bacterial or fungal disease that destroys crops and is known to spread. Most suggest removing the leaves affected and destroyed (some suggest even using fire), don't forget to sanitize the tools you use to remove them, or you could accidently spread it yourself. Definitely take a bit to research it yourself and decide what you think is best.
Honestly that’s what I’m thinking too. However, I think it’s strange the sunflowers, luffas and different variety poppies were not affected. I’ll definitely do more research!
@Homesteading.with.Shelby It's possible that the genetics come into play here. Maybe the plants affected aren't as resistant, and the heat / humidity exasperated the problem. I'm no expert, just going by the information I've seen from other gardeners. Please keep us updated, and hopefully, you will solve this soon. Have a great weekend!
@@Joshua.zero29 I think that’s true, some of the plants are more resistant to it. Which I’m so glad to know for next year’s poppies. I’ll grow more of the Shirley Double Mix seeing as they were not affected. Good news is, a few of my Black Swan poppies (the blight affected variety) have started forming flower buds. I’ll keep you guys updated on if they bloom!
Your gardens look well cared for and those zuchinni look perfect! They're so versatile.
Zuchinni is one of my favorite veggies for that reason. Thanks for watching!
I love cherry tomatoes! I have 5 Cherry and 5 Roma this year, I'm excited
That’s awesome! You’re about to be swimming in cherry tomatoes!
@@Homesteading.with.Shelby When is the expected harvest date for the banana trees?
@@leviduve4001 I’ve never grown them fully to harvest. I know they flower and fruit once a year, that mother tree will die off and other “pups” surrounding the mother tree will grow for the next year’s banana harvest. But I’m not sure what time of the year they set fruit typically,
@@Homesteading.with.Shelby Well good luck! Hopefully with several varieties you'll have a bountiful harvest! Eager to see their growth on the channel
Love it! New subscriber here! I am working on creating my own harvest videos this year as well ❤ best of luck this year!
Awesome! Thanks so much for subscribing. Good luck on your harvest video! CZcams is a fun journey. 🙂
Hi, Shelby! Greetings from Seattle, Washington! The zucchini - looks like an Italian variety. I’m growing some this year (“Cocozelle”) for the first time. I usually only grow black beauty or Mexican gray….so I’m excited!!
I’ve grown both black beauty and the gray variety. The gray one I find to be nice and sweet. This is indeed the Italian stripped zucchini. It’s tasty, especially when picked young. We went out of town for 2 days which is why these grew to monstrous sizes lol. Thanks for watching!
Cant wait to see the bananas!
You and me both!
You might want to try the smaller west Indian cucumbers which are tolerating the heat and are healthy for a longer time.
Thanks for the suggestion! Do you know the name of them? I’ll add them to my seed list for next spring.
@@Homesteading.with.Shelby Cucumis Anguria /West Indian Cucumbers. The leaves are very pretty and look like the ones of water melons. They are supposed to be resistant against powdery mildew and they don't need a much water as other cucumbers, at least, that's what I heard here on CZcams. Harvest them young, then they are super delicious
Yes please for the cherry tomato video!
I’m planning on it! 😊
Really fun to watch ❤
Thank you!
What kind of zucchini is that? Has it resisted pests? Great job in your garden! It looks great!
This is the Italian stripped. I find it’s been equally susceptible to caterpillars drilling into them. However, I just either cut around them, if that happens. Or pick them young and the pest tend not to get to them. Thank you!
How do you do this??? When did you start your garden? I am also in Florida in 9A I think..my garden isn’t near a beautiful!!
I typically start seeds in February for tomatoes, peppers and plants like eggplant. I like to get all the garden beds amended with fresh compost starting in February and early March. By the last week in March, I direct sow seeds like beans, squash and watermelon. So basically start in February if you live in the same Zone as me. Thanks for watching!
Are the banana trees too close together? They’re going to get huge.
Probably, but we’ll see!
What area are you in? Thanks for sharing!
Florida, zone 9A-B! Thanks for watching!
1:47
That looks like blight to me. Depending on the type, it's either a bacterial or fungal disease that destroys crops and is known to spread. Most suggest removing the leaves affected and destroyed (some suggest even using fire), don't forget to sanitize the tools you use to remove them, or you could accidently spread it yourself.
Definitely take a bit to research it yourself and decide what you think is best.
Honestly that’s what I’m thinking too. However, I think it’s strange the sunflowers, luffas and different variety poppies were not affected. I’ll definitely do more research!
@Homesteading.with.Shelby It's possible that the genetics come into play here. Maybe the plants affected aren't as resistant, and the heat / humidity exasperated the problem. I'm no expert, just going by the information I've seen from other gardeners.
Please keep us updated, and hopefully, you will solve this soon. Have a great weekend!
@@Joshua.zero29 I think that’s true, some of the plants are more resistant to it. Which I’m so glad to know for next year’s poppies. I’ll grow more of the Shirley Double Mix seeing as they were not affected. Good news is, a few of my Black Swan poppies (the blight affected variety) have started forming flower buds. I’ll keep you guys updated on if they bloom!