First Frost

We received our first frost; temperatures have gotten as low as 30 at night. We haven't received a hard frost yet, but it's only a matter of time now. The marigolds are in full bloom, creating the opportunity for this summer/winter dichotomy photo.

Most of the garden is done already, but we are still trying to eek out some more tomatoes. Hence we have devised a system of sheets over the beds to try to keep some of the daytime warmth contained, as well as prevent the dew from condensing on and damaging the plants and fruit. We'll see how successful we are.

- Mike (& Corinne)