What’s going on in the vege patch?

03rd Nov 2026

After a successful New England Garden Festival and some spring rain, it is timely to report on ‘What’s Going on in the Vege Patch.’ While some contend with the possum, for others it is rabbits!
The lettuce and spinach continue to yield but with some running to seed, pick while you can. Picking herbs like thyme, oregano and basil to use fresh or by drying can extend their season. Mint has responded to the rain and can also be dried or frozen into ice cubes to add refreshment to summer drinks.
Strawberries are yielding well and the asparagus keep on coming. In the paddock – notice some mushrooms? If you missed planting carrots and onions on the long weekend in October it is not too late or procure some seedlings but with Melbourne Cup Day;- the saying in the Tablelands goes that it is time to get those ‘frost tender’ plantings into the garden.
Some have nurtured the tomatoes indoors up until now. A slice of tomato “planted” directly into the soil has decided it is time and its seeds have shot. A seasoned gardener is digging the rows for potatoes in the hope of ‘bandicooting’ a few for the Christmas Dinner table.
A bonus was to find some self-sown beans. A reminder bean and snow pea plantings can be staggered, some now some in another month and then some to string out the harvest season.
You can never relax in a tablelands garden, for the sneaky frost is anytime. Covers and shade tunnels should be kept at the ready or placed on a 6:30 pm - 6:30am off routine for safety!
Time now for zucchini, pumpkins, cucumbers, chilli, capsicum and the frost tender things that you use in your kitchen, eat, share and preserve.
Submitted by B&B,
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