Liza - also, another thing. As long as the plant doesn't die, you're doing it right! Some people grow things by "the book" Other people grow things unorthodoxly. But, as long as you're happy with the plants and (in your case) produces nommies to eat, then, whatever you're doing must be right!!
Oh, and
I remembered reading this article here by a fellow ATP/Cubit'er - Sharon. She's got the wisdom of the ages locked up in that pretty head of hers. And I love her articles!
http://garden.org/ideas/view/S...
