We had a chilly week end of August and even a light frost lick.
Just a few miles away did not. Days were sunny 70-75 but the
night temps consistently went down in the forties, and one night
34.
I harvested a basket of greenies and all the basil the night before.
I did get color and good flavor on most. A few were just too green.
The darker ones must have had some color break even though
not noticeable, like GGWT and CherChocolate, and did ripen
inside with a warm kitchen...90% of the usual flavor is good
enough for me.
Nights are 55-60 now, (crazy weather), so what I left on the
vines are doing better. Just lost a few squash leaves to frost and
they also are producing again.
He should probably pick a select few and see if he gets some
color break inside. Maybe a liquid food boost like a fish/seaweed.
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