There are many, many types of lettuce available. Whether you prefer to grow lettuce that’s the salad standard of iceberg lettuce (crispheads), or a nice leafy green, there’s going to be lettuce seeds out there for you! Let’s go over some different kinds and see the differences so y...
Optional: A spray bottle for misting the leaves to keep them hydrated. Instructions: STEP 1: Place the lettuce hearts in a shallow container of water with access to indirect sunlight. Make sure the water does not cover the lettuce. Pin STEP 2. Change the water each day. Within a day, ...
A 10-foot (3m) row should yield about 20 heads of celery. Storing and preserving celery Fresh celery is the most flavorful and crisp. Celery will keep in the refrigerator for up to two weeks in a plastic bag. If stalks start to wilt, refrigerate them in a container of cold water. Ce...
Harvest when plant heads feel firm and tight, before any buds start to bloom. Use a sharp knife to cut the main head, retaining a portion of the stem, and expect smaller side shoots for later harvests from many varieties.To maximize quality, harvest in the cool morning hours....
Whether or not they have wings, some insects might get the chance to fly if selected to go in space and become part of the space-farming research. Though many plant parts are inedible for humans, they make a delicious meal for insects. Insects can convert much of this inedible material in...
Lettuce growing in spring Crisp, tender lettuce is perhaps the most desirable of all salad plants. For the best flavor and texture, it is best grown with close attention to moisture, soil, and climatic requirements. Lettuce was originally a Eurasian annual; it has been developed into many vari...
Floppy, furry, and downright adorable, bunnies can make the perfect pet for many types of people. These cute critters are cuddly, social, and love to spend quality time with their human friends. If you love pint-sized pets and want to add a rabbit to your household, then you’d better...
Lavender is traditionally grown in the garden alongside chamomile, lettuce, tomato, and other perennial herbs Lavender Flowers Although generally harvested before the bees get a chance, wild lavender blooms are one of the best companion plants for the bee population as well as many other beneficial...
While many corals do rely on photosynthesis for energy, they also naturally catch and consume prey to gather additional sources of nutrition. In captivity, it has been proved that feeding corals will improve growth rates and coloration among your corals. There are also certain types of Non...
Yes, you can go there to pick up a head of lettuce or a gallon of milk. But it’s equally likely a shopper heads to Trader Joe’s to try a fun snack like pickle-flavored popcorn, pumpkin spice protein bars, beer made with cookie butter (speculoos) or cheeseburger burritos. ...