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. ...
between 25° and 35° north latitude, and start bulbs when day length reaches 10 to 12 hours. The earlier that short-day onions are planted, the larger they get. In the South, onions
Ornamental impatiens are primarily from two groups,Impatiens wallerianaand New Guinea impatiens,Impatiens hawkeri. The two look different, but growing them is pretty much the same.I. wallerinacultivars are less tolerant of sunshine than the New Guinea hybrids, and the latter has larger foliage. Of...
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These diseases usually strike during warm, humid, or wet weather, Yellowing of lower leaves and the discoloration of stems are signs of blight. See also How to Identify Early Blight, Late Blight, and Leaf Spot. Bacterial diseases are marked by black spots or specks on leaves or the black ...
From a tree’s point of view, fall is an excellent planting time—even better than spring. Here's everything you need to know about choosing and planting a tree in fall!
Also receive the Almanac Daily newsletter including gardening tips, weather, astronomical events, and more. No content available. Subhead Planting, Growing, and Caring for Astilbes Catherine Boeckmann July 2, 2024 Astilbes are small flowering plants with feathery plumes in pink or white atop fern-...
The Almanac Garden Planner - Use It Free for 7 Days! Plan your 2025 garden with our award-winning Garden Planner. Try Now Spinach, a super–cold-hardy leafy green, is a popular crop that thrives in fall and even winter in some areas. It can also be planted in very early spring. Lear...
The Almanac Garden Planner - Use It Free for 7 Days! Plan your 2025 garden with our award-winning Garden Planner. Try Now The gardenia is a tender evergreen shrub with amazingly fragrant flowers and shiny, dark-green leaves. A native of the tropics, it tends to need a bit of extra car...
Lettuce grows best in the cooler weather of spring and fall. Learn all about planting, growing, and harvesting lettuce in the garden! See tips and advice from The Old Farmer's Almanac.