The Garden in Early May

“…there are plums, pears, figs, together
with all the vegetables. This is going to be
the pride of our hearts.” Virginia Woolf

Virginia and Leonard's Monk's House Garden, and the
wonderful Orinda sun exposure inspire me to try
different plants and different vegetables. Globe and baby
artichoke plants in the raised bed are beautiful. We had
our first steamed artichoke Saturday night. Also growing,
six varieties of tomatoes, zucchini, leeks, arugula, basil,
kale, spinach, broccoli, and red and yellow bell pepper.
A Japanese eggplant was planted, but disappeared. 
The local squirrel perhaps the culprit? The herb garden
is a delight, providing french tarragon, oregano, chives,
mint, parsley, sage, rosemary, and thyme. The Eureka and
Myer trees are abundant with lemons and the Orange tree
is sending out the most heavenly scent in late evening
and early mornings. I am in agreement with Virginia.....
yes, our Orinda garden is going to be the pride of our hearts.