The strawberries are coming in full blast, so full in fact, they're dropping to the sidewalk before turning. The ants are feasting on the berries as they begin to change color. But I'd rather give a few up to mother nature than treat my kids to pesticide flavored berries in the midst of researching organic methods of control and will probably have a few laughs along the way.
Our first introduction to natural means research was cardboard slathered in sugar & syrup and dipped in yeast {which requires reapplication throughout the patch after every rain and at least once a week}....I'm not sure how natural that process really is.
There must be a simpler solution. After all, I'm just happy the strawberries are growing.
We planted them on a whim for the kids. They've learned a lot along the way and shared the process with their friends. Everything else is a bonus, a cherry on top, if you will.
Happy Sunshine, Heather
Nice Strawberries! Your plants look so healthy! Happy growing girl!
ReplyDeleteHow cute! I remember strawberry picking in fields with my mother. Good memories. The ones you get in the store just do NOT measure up.
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