April 23, 2020

Playing the Market

Looking to diversify my portfolio,
I spread my seed packets across the
kitchen table and start to plan my
investments for a season of growth.

I take stock: tomatoes, of course, in
six varieties, the dividends of last
year's investments; likewise, peppers,
cucumbers, and basil are given; the green
beans did not perform well last season,
largely due to early losses to rabbits,
but we've put in control measures,
hedging our bets against that kind of bite;
the window for getting in on
carrots, beats, and spinach will close
soon, and they're new to my mix, so
they take priority over other offerings
right now.

Then, with garlic and onions already
taking off, and first-round potatoes
underway, I can have a little fun:
reinvest a small portion of last year's
sunflower yield and fund some bright
new annuals to attract partners in
pollination – those that venture from
bloom to bloom, spreading the wealth;
dabble in some new herbs – dill and chives
look promising – while broadening my base
of oregano, thyme, rosemary, and sage;
sow some summer melons and corn,
pumpkins for fall, and squash to store
through winter.

Futures are up.