"Basket filled with harvested scallions from balcony garden, gathered after continuous rain, showing resilience of container crops." After more than a week of steady rainfall, my balcony containers were soaked through—waterlogged soil everywhere. Today I decided it was time to act. I harvested all my scallions in one sweep, lifting them from the drenched mix with relief and gratitude. The roots, still strong despite the excess water, are now set aside for replanting. My plan is to refresh the soil, restore balance, and tuck those roots back in so the cycle continues. Scallions are resilient companions in the garden, and this reset feels like a fresh start after the storm. It’s a reminder that container gardening in the tropics is about adapting quickly: harvest when the soil says “enough,” replenish, and replant. Each challenge—whether rain or sun—becomes part of the rhythm of balcony life. Care Corner: Scallions After Heavy Rain Continuous rainfall can leave container so...
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