You're a genius! Be careful the natives don't get too big...

I miss the logic of this.

Your method seems to be based on the assumption that you will continue to water as you currently do with the existing system.

Wouldn't it be wiser to take steps to actually reduce watering?

Joe

The best place for growing vegetables is seldom found at a location that happens to be vacant. Full sun and access that prevents walking on gardening soil, with adequate water available is a general requirement for a vegetable garden. Every garden as it matures becomes more and more shaded as the shrubs and trees grow. Al

Isn't it the wrong time of year to be planting? It's usually recommended to plant in the late fall, not the height of summer heat/drought.

Oh, no logic intended with this my latest planting scheme! Or at least very little.

I plant year round in my garden, both by adding vegetables as crops finish up and ornamentals as I find a place for them. I find it is best to plant when I can find them time, which for me is now before work and school start up again. Of course it is all well and good to hold off planting for the best time, late fall as suggested, if you are able.

Oh, and I am the primary "system" in my garden. I do have a few areas with a traditional spray system. This year's summertime watering was manageable for me by moving hoses so I am ready to add more plants.

Pat Welsh gave a fabulous talk last night to about 400 people about "The Secret Life of Cool-Season Crops." There's many veggies you can plant now, and she also plants veggies year-round in Del Mar. She's got some excellent books out about gardening, which you can learn more about at her website.

Here is a link that might be useful: Pat Welsh