Day 3: Heavy Rain

Last night around 8:30 PM a heavy rain storm moved into Wells, Maine and descended on The Mayne Garden. We are not  quite sure how long the blast lasted but, early this morning Webhannet Drive which runs close to the beach was littered with small puddles. This standing water is a  good indication that last night's rain was very heavy.

Young gardens, like The Mayne Garden, can easily be damaged by a heavy rain storm. The newly planted vegetables sit shallow in the soil making them unsteady on "their feet". A good gust of wind combined with a good drenching is the perfect formula to cause seedling damage.

Of course, this morning we were a little apprehensive when we checked The Mayne Garden. Truthfully,  we didn't know what to expect. Fortunately, the storm felled only two tomato plants which were easily restored to vertical with a push and press.


Just A Little Damage

Looking Good