Veggies and flowers surviving but only just. We aren't exactly in a drought, but we aren't missing it by much. I am watering only the squash and cukes. The peppers are wilting. I went out to irrigate them and realized I can buy them at the local Farmers' Market for less than it will cost in water to keep them going. Tomatoes are doing ok. I useually plant "Super Sweet 100's but this year planted Chadwick Cherries but that was the only organic cherry tomato seed I could find. Big mistake. They are too big and not nearly as tasty. The Brandywines are cracking badly because of the irregular moisture. Fortunately, I've had no hornworms the past three years. (They ARE nasty little beasties, aren't they?)
I had a number of packs of sunflowers and Benary Giant zinnias that I had never got planted. Last evening I mixed 'em all up in a bowl, broadcast them by handfuls into the garden, and wished them luck. If nothing else the doves and sparrows can scratch for them.
The goldfinches continue to be a delight. A pair of Carolina Wrens have taken up residence in a pot of caladiums and impatiens on the porch, smack dab in front of the window. Checking daily for babies.
If it doesn't rain soon....there is always next year.