How do you know when blackberries are ripe?
Each delicate little bubble full of deep purple juice falls into your hand with the lightest touch.
That’s how.
No, I didn’t take a nibble. Squirrels beat us to the punch every time. But, the sweet scent of peach nectar will keep us fighting the good fight… for years to come. I’m sure of it.
Peach Clusters
So Close
They’re almost begging to be eaten. But, they’re not ready yet.
Heavy with Peaches
This top tree branch is so heavy with peaches it’s nearly horizontal to the ground. But, we’ll be lucky to get a single ripe peach this year. Those devious squirrels are pure evil to the core.
Black Mission Fig
It might be close to doubling it’s size this year.
Sweet ‘n Neat
The first tomato of the year is a beautiful little Sweet ‘n Neat cherry.
Juliet Tomatoes
We can’t wait to taste these little beauties.
Slow & Steady Wins The Race
Patience will be rewarded.
…We hope.
Have you tried loose netting around your fruit trees? I have not enjoyed a single blueberry this year and am considering investing in netting.
Hi Min,
We haven’t netted any trees or bushes, yet. Our blueberry bush had about 3 or 4 handfuls of blueberries… But, they were gobbled up by random birds and critters before they could even turn purple. We have been able to pick about 4 big baskets of blackberries. And, we’re guessing the critters ate at least that many, too. All this rain incredible rain has given us the sweetest berries we’ve ever been lucky enough to pick.