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downpour is detrimental too. When working with calendars and schedules, be flexible. Being prepared for the most opportune moment is key.
Weeds are important timing messengers: I rely on their signals. Eradicating them completely would leave me poorer in timing wisdom.
When the chickweed and dead nettle are growing, I know I can safely transplant lettuces, pansies and other cool-loving plants. They will withstand some light frosts, even hard ones with a light row cover protection. Waiting too late will produce quick bolting, with our temperamental, often sultry springs.
When the Dutch white clover blooms, the cabbageworm moths appear and I know to protect any young cabbage family plants with a row cover and garlic solution. Chicory blooms announce the coincidence of squash borer moths, so covering squash seedlings keeps them at bay.
When the evening primrose blooms, near the Summer Solstice, I know it won’t be long before homworm caterpillars appear, the offspring of Sphinx moths who frequent the evening primrose plants at dusk. Having plenty of yarrow around to bloom at this time will give par
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