We planted some squash in one corner of the garden.  We left plenty of room for the vines.  Or did we?

At first we checked each day as the vines began to grow.  Some days Sylvia and I would each visit that part of the garden.  As vines began to grow through the fence, we would carefully pull them back inside where we would aim them in a different direction.  Then something happened.  We missed a couple of days.  Vines had escaped.  There they blossomed and began to set squash.

At least we tried . . .  I decided to let them grow.  I’ll mow that part of the lawn next year.  Besides, I’m particularly fond of butternut squash.  It can’t hurt to have a few more of them is what I say. 😀

I also took this shot so that Rosanne could see how well the rhubarb is thriving in its new location.  (We were given the plants by Rosanne and Dale earlier this year.)  I think the secret is the 5 gallon bucket full of llama droppings that we applied to the rhubarb.

The squash vines are encroaching on the rhubarb.  They are also invading the jalapeños, cabbages, tomatoes and green beans.  The motto seems to be, “Squash Rule ~ You Drool.”  I suppose I do salivate when I think about how nice that squash will look on my plate, fit on my fork, taste in my mouth and satisfy my hunger.

What about you?