Well, it's Thursday morning and we're back in the vegetable field. After talking with Farmer John, I've learned a little bit more about transplanting vegetables! These plants have been growing in the greenhouse for a couple of weeks. They've been in a nice controlled environment with moderate temperatures.
Yesterday morning, when they brought them out to the field, it was just about 30 degrees, NOT moderate! So after planting Farmer John was feeling quite disappointed, he could tell the plants were stressed from the harsh adjustment. He made a quick trip to Virginia to pick up additional row covers (like a blanket) to put on the plants to provide a easier transition.
This morning the plants are doing better, they're looking good! Here are a few photos of the early morning here on the farm. Farmer John, Billy & Benton are putting the row covers on. These will stay on until we're looking at a block of warmer weather and then it will be time to move them over to a warmer season crop like tomatoes.
