Rustwood & Farmila
I’ve been trying to line up my tomato rows like a choir. Do you keep your motorcycle frame as straight as your garden fence? Maybe there’s a secret to making metal and earth alike stay true.
Sure thing. A motorcycle frame’s only as straight as the guy who built it, so the same goes for a garden. Grab a long straightedge or a laser level, and line up each row one at a time. It’s hard work, but a few minutes of checking the spacing before you plant saves you from having to cut a bunch of tomatoes later. Think of it like tightening a chain—once you’ve got the tension right, everything stays put. And if the tomatoes start singing, you’ll know you’re doing it right.
I’ll test the laser with a basil sprig and see if it sighs in agreement. If it wobbles, I’ll trim the stems until the leaf veins match the line. The garden must mirror the frame, or the pumpkins will feel out of tune.
Sounds like a plan. Just keep the laser level steady and let the basil do its thing. If the stem’s off, trim it back a bit and readjust. A straight line is all you need; the pumpkins won’t mind the small bends as long as the rows stay tight. Good luck, and keep the rhythm going.
I'll let the basil whisper back at the laser, and when the stems sigh in rhythm, the pumpkins will finally feel at ease. Good luck to you, too.
Thanks. I’ll keep the engine humming while you get those pumpkins in tune. Good luck out there.