Fall is a great time to plant another crop of spring greens such as spinach, leaf lettuce, arugula, mustard greens, and mâche because they require cooler soil for seed germination and they mature quickly. Fast-growing root veggies such as radishes, beets, and turnips also thrive in cool ...
2. Which Vegetables to Grow Here’s a list of good vegetables to plant in late summer to keep the garden going through autumn! Pay attention to which veggies are frost-tolerant and which are tender. As the weather cools, plant crops that are cold-tolerant and mature quickly. Salad greens...
Fresh herbs are an integral component of any garden. From seasoning grilled veggies and salads, to adding zesty touches in sandwiches and pizza, fresh herbs add extra dimension. Herbs can be grown both outdoors in gardens and containers from seeds or transplants, and often return year after yea...
If the striking spikes of feather-like flowers seem reminiscent of amaranth, that’s because the plants belong to the same family. Despite its exotic looks, celosia is an easy-care plant that blooms from mid-summer to mid-autumn. It’s extremely drought-tolerant and ideal for beginner gardene...
* Bonus veggies: Cucumbers, carrots, beets, kohlrabi, cabbage, and peas. 5 vegetables to plant in August: 1) Imperial Green Spinach: Imperial Green is a great choice for late-summer sowing as the plants are both heat-tolerant and bolt resistant. Plus, they’re resistant to common spinach...
Sowing under shade cloth can help, or sow into plugs of potting soil in a shady corner to plant out once the soil’s cooled down towards the end of summer. Some plants such as kale and other brassicas can struggle in the heat. A simple shade cover will help to keep conditions that ...
Keep vegetables and herbs growing and producing well with a liquid plant food or a certified organic fertiliser. Check the ties on tomatoes and other veggies to ensure they are not too tight. Make sure your climbing crops like peas and beans are growing up their supports and not smothering ot...
Add the veggies to the ice bath. Let them sit in the cold water for a minute or two. If you’re planning on freezing the vegetables, then wait until they’re completely cooled and dried. Then, store them in a plastic bag in the freezer. ...
1. The Role of Bacteria and the Biofilter in Aquaponics At the core of this balance is the biofilter, a part of the system that is designed to support colonies of nitrifying bacteria. These microbes play a vital role by: Converting toxic ammonia (from fish waste) into plant-safe nitrates ...
As flowers and veggies fade, pull the plants out, dig over the soil, add compost and fertiliser and start preparing to plant autumn and winter flowers, bulbs and edibles. What to plant in March While the days and soil are still warm and plants will settle in quickly, it’s the perfect...