I woke yesterday morning to the sound of rain. The kind of rain that is perfect for the garden and the gardener.
Despite a wet start to September, the garden was ready for some refreshment after a dozen dry days. But the soaking we got in August is still evident in the amount of lichens and mushrooms that have made an appearance.
More rain is forecast for today and tomorrow and hopefully it will be another dose of rational rain rather than a gusher. Total so far is .62 inches (1.57 cm.).
Rational rain - I love it. I'm so glad it has slowed down for you. Wish we would get some of it because it's pretty dry out there but I'm grateful for what we've got weather wise.
Posted by: Barbara H. | Wednesday, September 19, 2018 at 07:50 AM
Fingers crossed for continued gentle rain for you! The rains have started early here this year and, although the shorter days and cooler temperatures aren't my favorites, it is nice to see the appearance of mushrooms and the revival of mosses and lichens.
Posted by: Peter/Outlaw | Wednesday, September 19, 2018 at 09:00 AM
We haven't had any more rain as yet. Hopefully Friday and the following Monday will give us this sweet relief. Then I also hope that the temperatures moderate to a more normal range. These 90 degree days have worn out their welcome.
Posted by: Lisa at Greenbow | Wednesday, September 19, 2018 at 01:37 PM
That's the kind of rain I'm waiting for but a good deal of patience is required first.
Posted by: Kris P | Wednesday, September 19, 2018 at 02:10 PM
Seems like it's feast or famine with moisture this summer. So it is nice to feel like we're having a little normalcy.
Posted by: Linda Brazill | Wednesday, September 19, 2018 at 03:53 PM
Yes, well said, Linda. The garden was a bit dry in spots before the rain, yet other areas are still quite saturated. Weird growing season, but it seems we may rarely have "normal" growing seasons going forward.
Posted by: Beth @ PlantPostings | Wednesday, September 19, 2018 at 08:35 PM
How are your mosquitos? Here in the Milwaukee area they are worse than I can ever remember and they have made gardening miserable. I wish we could somehow have a frost that would kill off the mosquito population without harming the plants so I could enjoy the late summer garden.
Posted by: Michelle | Thursday, September 20, 2018 at 02:52 PM
A friend told me she heard a garden program saying that the mosquitoes are at record numbers, so it is not our imaginations. I am getting bit through long sleeves that I've spread with bug repellent.
Posted by: Linda Brazill | Thursday, September 20, 2018 at 05:46 PM