Gardening by the Moon (according to thephases of the Moon) is an ancient concept anda fundamental part of theFarmers’ Almanacphilosophy.Our print editions always include a Planting Calendar that uses phases and position of the Moon to predict the best times to perform specific gardening tasks. ...
Select a location with full sun, where other plants won’t shade your onions. The more energy they can get from the sunlight, the larger their bulbs can grow. Mixaged manureor compost into the soil in the fall or early spring to improve texture. Ensure there are no rocks or debris. So...
The Almanac Garden Planner - Use It Free for 7 Days! Plan your 2025 garden with our award-winning Garden Planner. Try Now Have you ever thought about growing potatoes? To us, potatoes epitomize the joy of gardening—satisfying to plant, quick to grow, and fun to dig up. Our Potato Grow...
Here is a tomato vocabulary, common types, labels, and tomato descriptors you will find referenced in seed catalogs and at the farmers’ market. Beefsteak tomato: a large tomato that can be eaten raw or cooked. These are large, bright red tomatoes with a slightly elliptical shape. The beef...
Phenology, the study of signs, suggests planting spinach when crocuses are blooming. Similarly, in areas wherelilacsgrow, old-time farmers say to plant spinach when lilacs are in first leaf. Scatter spinach or lettuce seeds around emerging bulb foliage to make wise use of your garden space, ...
The Almanac Garden Planner - Use It Free for 7 Days! Plan your 2025 garden with our award-winning Garden Planner. Try Now Onions are a must-grow vegetable! You can grow a substantial harvest in a small area, store your bounty for many months, and enjoy onions’ many culinary uses. Howe...
The Almanac Garden Planner - Use It Free for 7 Days! Plan your 2025 garden with our award-winning Garden Planner. Try Now Onions are a must-grow vegetable! You can grow a substantial harvest in a small area, store your bounty for many months, and enjoy onions’ many culinary uses. Howe...