How to Plant Peas Peas are best direct-seeded right in the ground and do not like their roots disturbed. But transplanting is possible if you start seeds in biodegradable pots; you’ll transplant the pot and all into the garden, and the pot will disintegrate. Where spring is long and wet...
Called “English” lavender because it proliferates in the English climate, this plant’s main requirements are lots of sun and good drainage. It is not fussy about soil, and its presence lures bees,butterflies, andpollinatorsto the garden. Plant lavender along a walkway or near a seating ar...
It is best to plant directly in the garden where they will grow. Carrots started in small pots or trays can be difficult to transplant; root damage at transplanting time can cause carrots to be stunted. Sow carrot seeds ¼ to ½ inch deep about 1 inch (2.5cm) apart; in warm, dry...
Chard, or Swiss Chard, is a beautiful plant which will bring colour to the garden all year round. Learn all you need to know about how to grow it.
When to plant: Transplant after all threat of frost has passed, as they are extremely frost tender and even temperatures below 50 degrees can cause damage. Where to plant: Select a location that gets partial shade or filtered sunlight; with morning sun and afternoon shade being the best, ...
When to plant sunflowers Sow sunflower seeds indoors in pots in April and plant out in May once all risk of frost is past. Follow this process for super summer sunflowers. Fill small pots with multipurpose compost. Plant one seed per pot, 1.5cm deep. Water the pots and cover them with...
This is a straightforward process, as long as you do it after the primrose plant has flowered. Gently dig and lift the whole plant from the ground. Use a broad shovel to lift both the plant and some of the surrounding soil. Divide the plant in half with a spade or sharp knife. ...
When they make a nest they add a lot of air to the soil, which can raise the height of the soil. This can be a problem when trying to mow the lawn, but in most cases that is a minor inconvenience. Ants even fertilize your plants. It has now been shown thatant excrement provides ...
Also, the bulb of the gladiolus is essential for drawing up water and nutrients to the plant; therefore, if the foliage is cut down too soon, then the bulbs will be too active and high in moisture to keep in storage. Solution Wait to cut plants until the last flowers have finishedandth...
Typically, the pH range you want is 6.0 to 7.4 so if your soil is within this range, you don't need to adjust the soil pH. If your test shows your soil pH is over 7.2 or below 5.5, you can take corrective measures. To raise soil pH:You can use agricultural lime which is usually...