Plants and humans do have another problem with wind. The wind also removes moisture along with the heat. Not a problem for us humans – we just go inside and have a hot toddy to replenish the water lost to the wind. Plants can’t do this in winter when the soil is frozen. When the...
She recommends being prepared with materials, such as burlap, to cover tender plants before a cold front moves in. Make notes for next year Fall is a great time to take stock. “Observe and make notes so that you can plan for next year,” says Chung. “What went well? What thrive...
Weed as needed, but be gentle around young plants; beets have shallow roots that are easily disturbed. Consider covering beets with a row cover to prevent pests like leaf miners from attacking the plants’ leaves. Supplementing with extra fertilizer is usually not necessary. If you do fertilize...
For those who grow their own seedlings indoors, the hardening-off process should begin about three weeks before planting day. By this point, your plants should be far enough along (around 4 weeks old) to start getting ready.(See: How To Know When To Start Seeds Indoors) Begin by setting ...
When temperatures cool off in late summer and fall, the plants will start growing again and you may get a second harvest. In cooler regions, after the fall harvest, cut the plants back to about 6 inches and cover the crowns of the plant with leaves. ...
Banana plants are usually sold as semi-dormant rhizomes or as container-grown suckers; they are commonly not grown from a banana seed. If planting a rhizome, set it close to the surface in deep, well-drained soil in full sun. Each banana rhizome or “rootstalk” should have buds that re...
It also contains tall grass, alfalfa, clover or other seed heads that would sprout along with your bulb plants and make a mess of your garden come spring. Straw, the stalk of a grain crop that remains after the seeds have been harvested, is supposed to be free of seeds. Still, you ...
Soak the seed in warm water overnight or for several hours before sowing; this will speed germination. Thin carrots to about 4 inches (10cm) apart in all directions in wide beds; space plants about 3 inches (7.6cm) apart in rows. ...
Wait until all danger of frost is past before planting outside. Young plants can be protected with a cloche or row cover during cold spells.Warm season vegetables: Plant tomatoes, peppers, corn, beans, eggplant, and cucumbers once the weather warms in late spring. Warm season varieties need...
How to Grow Citronella Plants How To Grow a Banana Plant in a Container Planting Lemon trees need sun and warmth for flavorful fruit. They must have at least 6 hours of sunshine per day. Outside in the ground, it’s best to plan near a location that reflects warmth such as a driveway...