Where to plant Brussels sprouts Brussels sprouts prefer full sun but will grow in light shade. Brussels sprouts prefer well-worked, well-draining soil rich in organic matter. A sandy loam soil is ideal. Work plenty of compost into the garden before sowing seeds or setting out transplants. Whe...
Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide Vegetable Encyclopedia Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide Tomato Grower’s Answer Book How to Grow Cabbage: Start seeds indoors 4 to 6 weeks before the last frost in spring. Sow seed outdoors when the soil can be worked in spring. ...
How To Grow And Care For Viburnum Pruning Blooms form on the previous year's growth, so timing pruning properly is key to retaining flowers. Prune soon after flowering (March or April in the southernmost zones and May or June in the northernmost) to remove dead wood and shape the plant...
The members of this genus are popular in the houseplant hobby and easy enough to grow, but it’s important to remember you can’t treat them like you would a desert cactus. Here’s everything you need to know about Epiphyllum cactus care and how to make sure yours thrives and even blo...
Debutant:If you want something to light up your garden in late fall, Debutant fills that role (she’s always late to the ball!). Can grow 3 feet tall and bear fuchsia blossoms. Dernier Soleil:A sweet flower with vibrant yellow centers slowly turning into peachy-orange petals. Under the ...
Trailing petunias look best when spilling over walls or containers and hanging baskets. Wherever you plant petunias in the landscape, make sure that they don’t get shaded too much by other plants, and keep in mind that they grow taller as the season progresses. Glow-In-the-Dark Flowers...
Fill your window box planter to 1”-2” from the top edge with the potting mix. Smooth out the potting mix, pressing gently to remove air pockets. Ensure it’s nice and evenly spread throughout the window planter box, to give your plants the best environment to grow. Step 4 – Decide...
Viola or Pansy: Both violas and pansies are available in various colors and can add a touch of charm to your container garden. They are easy to grow and work well in a cottage garden setting. Fuchsia: With their pendulous, tubular flowers, fuchsias can create a focal point in your contai...
which is partly responsible for its short shelf life, also makes it easy to check for any inconsistencies in the flavor. If it passes the sight, smell, and taste tests, the leftover ricotta is most likely alright to eat. However, if you're ever in doubt, it's better to be on the ...
For those hot, dry spots in your garden where most plants may struggle, lantana may be your solution. This hardworking plant with colorful flowers thrives with little moisture in full, unyielding sun. It's also easy to grow and pollinator-friendly. It is common to see numerous butterflies, ...