Before you get started planning how and when to plant shallots, it’s good to have a foundational understanding of what they are. These alliums are acultivar group of onions, so gardeners grow them in a very similar way. They have much more in common with onions than garlic and are tech...
All three of these vegetables do well in colder weather, so the earlier you plant the better. These crops should be placed directly in the soil two weeks into spring. What is most important to these veggies is a solid foundation for their roots to ensure strong, healthy growth. Carrots Whi...
“transplants” or “starts” at the garden store or nursery. While some nursery starter plants are grown nicely, others may be of poor quality and don’t thrive once they’re home. When you plant your own seeds, you tend to have healthier starts since you can care for them from day ...
This will help you plan the best times to plant your garden. While early Spring may be the best time for some to plant vegetables, it very well may not for other areas. It is important to double check your area. I always use one of these garden planners and it’s a big help in ...
Sometimes winter weather lingers well into spring, and though your calendar may say it’s time to plant your vegetables, you might need to hold off for a week or two to avoid the frost killing your plants. While planting zones are more helpful for perennial plants, they’re still essential...
You don’t need to keep onions in the fridge (with the exception of green/spring onions, which won’t last long unrefrigerated). You can also peel and chop onions and store them in the freezer. It can be a real time-saver… but do remember that this may cause a little nutrient and...
KNOW YER ONIONS; ..and Potatoes and Cauliflowers When You Plant an Allotment Provide Doing Are ManyInvest in an allotment and Honey be almost self-sufficient in fresh produce... you may bush even have enough spare to sell and earn extra cash FULL-SCALE ALLOTMENT YOU will need to have at...
That is when you are “up to your ears” in wonderful Heirloom Tomatoes of all colors – and if you have your own plants (and, of course, I always get carried away in early spring when it is time to plant!) you are finding every sunny windowsill lined and baskets on the countertops...
Don’t sow carrot seeds any earlier than the beginning of April in growing zone six. It is safe to plant these root veggies with many of your brassica crops like Swiss chard, collards, kale, kohlrabi, radishes, and peas. You may also plant leaf lettuce, onions, and beets at this time...
When to plant fruits? Planting fruit trees in early spring or late winter is typically fine if planting them in the ground. Container trees tend to do well if planted any time from September to May. However, if deep in the heart of winter, wait for a milder spell before planting. Other...