Bill, it sounds as though a few of your first plantings are still producing as the second season plants are growing up. Do any of the spring maters extend into your second season picking? Your heat, humidity and disease issues are generally not a big deal for us in the midwest.
We had a very early ripening crop but with many 90 plus degree days in June the second flush of fruit never formed. Moderating temps have now brought on better fruit set. I'm usually picking 20 lbs. every other day, this year only 8-10. Cuttings have gone into open garden areas and replacing poor performers.
So my season goes from May-October, sometimes into November. Your double season starts late March and extends into December, which is 4-5 months of good picking. Is that about right?
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