I own some rudimentary pH and soil testing devices that would help in this regard. From what I've read, only certain plants can prosper in predominantly salty, alkaline soils. Unless we can isolate a patch of soil that we can flush free of its extra saline content, we're better off sticking with plants native to the island. Unfortunately, that probably won't include jalapenos and corn.unclehobart said:An island usually means heavy salt content in the air and the soil. It would make some forms of crops rather hard to establish. Also, I'm sure that were talking something fairly tropical, so some crops will not grow at all as they need the distinct cold/hot growth triggers.
abooja said:I own some rudimentary pH and soil testing devices that would help in this regard. From what I've read, only certain plants can prosper in predominantly salty, alkaline soils. Unless we can isolate a patch of soil that we can flush free of its extra saline content, we're better off sticking with plants native to the island. Unfortunately, that probably won't include jalapenos and corn.
Of course, if Gato is footing the bill, what the heck do I care?In arid regions of the United States, such as the Southwest, which is noted for salty alkaline soils, gardening is far easier if plant choices are limited to natives. It's usually too difficult to correct and maintain large areas of saline soils because of the amount of water required to leach salts from the soil. Plants not constituted to tolerate salt can be grown in raised beds or containers with prepared or commercial soil mixes.
I have some experience with a leech or two myself.unclehobart said:I'm pretty handy with a leech.
abooja said:Mandatory vasectomies, eh? I've been asleep a while. Well, that'll take care of pregnancies, but what about other women's...issues? Hope we're not using leaves for that too.
Are you sure? I'll be a bloody mess.Gato_Solo said:BTW...abooja? I'll meet you in the coconut groves anytime you want...