Bidding Farewell to our Cherry Tomatoes
December 2nd, 2021
Our carrots are getting mighty close to the first harvest of the season! The easiest way for us to check on their growth status is to pull one out of the ground. That way, we can check for both size and flavor to get an idea for how much longer they might need. As you can see in the photo, these are still just a tad too small. We expect that they should be ready for harvesting in about two weeks.
The time has come to bid farewell to our cherry tomatoes until next year! Since their production is beginning to slow down, we’ll be removing them next week. Before we remove them, we’ll be offering a you-pick at our farm stand on Saturday from 10am-noon. You’ll be able to pick as many cherry tomatoes as you like and each pint you pick will be $3. This is a great opportunity to preserve some tomatoes for winter, whether you can them, dry them, or prepare them for the freezer.
Swiss chard just made its way back into season to join our diverse lineup of leafy greens. Swiss chard is a tender green with crunchy stems that come in a rainbow of different colors depending on the specific variety (which is why it’s often referred to as “Rainbow chard”). Chard stems can range from white to yellow to red in color. Both the leaves and stems of chard are edible and can be used in place of spinach in your favorite recipes. For a quick and tasty side dish, sauté the chopped leaves and stems with garlic and toasted pine nuts.
Currently In Season: Cherry and Slicer Tomatoes, Eggplant, Dill, Cilantro, Kale, Green Leaf Lettuce Heads, Salad Mix, Arugula, Swiss Chard, Mustard Greens, Napa Cabbage, Turnips, Icicle Radishes, and Fresh Cut Flowers.
