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Not only does this allow the plants to tolerate colder temperatures, but it also makes them taste better. In fact, I don’t even start to harvest my late kale crop until it’s been sweetened by a few frosts. Ditto for my celeriac, leeks, beets, carrots, and parsnips. At a recent farmers market, one of the farmers at my favourite stall told me that his kale had been ‘frost-cured’.. what a cool way to describe this frost response!...

QUESTION: I can’t tell if my poinsettia is going to make it. What do yellow leaves on a poinsettia mean? – Linda V. ANSWER: There are a few different reasons that your poinsettia may develop yellow leaves. The most common reason for yellow leaves on a poinsettia is when the plant is getting either too much water or too little water. Make sure that you are watering your poinsettia when the top inch of soil in its pot is dry, but not before....

QUESTION: – What time of year is garlic harvested? I’m wondering if my garlic is about ready or if I need to keep waiting. – Cindy W. ANSWER: – Garlic is typically planted during the fall months, between September and November, and harvested during the summer. However, in temperate areas with extended growing seasons, garlic is often planted during the spring as well. If you live in the South or Southwest United States, you can pretty much plant your garlic anytime between autumn and the beginning weeks of spring....

Got questions about growing tomatoes? We’ve got answers! Here are some common tomato gardening questions we hear, along with our answers. Can you over prune a tomato plant? Yes, it is possible to over prune a tomato plant by removing so much foliage that the plant isn’t able to bounce back. That’s why you so often see the warning not to remove more than a third of your plant’s foliage when you prune....

Thyme is an aromatic and evergreen plant that produces white, purple, and pink flowers. Be it Italian seasoning or bouquet garni; thyme is an essential part of many cuisines! To ensure that you always have a fresh supply of this versatile herb, we bring you some great Thyme Growing Tips! Check out our article on growing an Italian herb garden here! Why Should you Grow Thyme? If thyme is your favorite cooking herb, you should be growing it!...

Do you know that there are some awesome Indoor Plants with Black Striped Leaves? Have a look at the best ones in this article! Check out the most beautiful metallic indoor plants here Indoor Plants with Black Striped Leaves The stripes on some plants might not exactly be black and may be of a dark hue, which makes them appear as black or dark from a distance. 1. Wandering Jew A post shared by Christian Esguerra (@crazyplantguy)...

Flowers Looking to add some bold color to your flower beds this season? Red dahlias can make a statement in just about any garden. In this article, gardening expert Liz Jaros looks at her favorite red dahlia varieties to add to your garden this season. By Liz Jaros Last updated: October 17, 2022 | 10 min read Red is the bold color of love, passion and courage. The dahlia is a gardener’s sweetheart with a big, bold personality and a classic appeal....

Here are some beautiful Patio Wall Decorating Ideas with Plants to transform the look of a boring space into an interesting one! Have a look at some awesome patio garden ideas from Instagram here Patio Wall Decorating Ideas with Plants 1. Twin Plant Wall 2. Patio Wall of Exotic Ferns 3. Pallet Wall with Hanging IKEA Mini Buckets 4. Hanging Wooden Frames and Galvanized Planters 5. Succulent Frame 6. Trailing Plants on the Brick Wall 7....

Gardening was already in a rage and the pandemic has pushed it into overdrive. Here are the Trendy Gardening Things of 2020 on Instagram that people experimented with, which we are sure you’ll also absolutely love! Have a look at some awesome tropical indoor pictures on Instagram here Trendy Gardening Things of 2020 on Instagram 1. Growing Indoor Cactus A post shared by Plants | Decor | Inspiration (@indoorplants_decor) 2. Plants in Bathroom A post shared by Tankten | handmade plant pots (@wearetankten)...

Question: Can I use tomato feed on arugula? What is the best way to fertilize arugula? -Lee W. Answer: Tomato feed isn’t optimal for nourishing arugula plants because blends for tomatoes are designed to especially promote fruiting. Tomato feed contains a higher percentage of potassium than nitrogen and phosphorus—and the extra potassium promotes flowering, encourages healthy fruiting, and has a hardening effect on plants. The balanced fertilizers work better for arugula than a tomato feed would because they’ll support the growth of lots of healthy, leafy foliage instead of trying to boost a fruiting process when it isn’t necessary....

If you’ve vacationed to the eastern coast of Mexico, you probably came across a Dioon edule. Maybe you mistook it for a palm tree or even a fern. What you saw is actually a cycad plant species that’s been around for longer than humans – or even dinosaurs – walked the earth! Table of Contents Dioon edule, also called virgin’s palm, is a large, evergreen cycad. Thanks to its subtropical origins, it’s a drought-tolerant plant that’s also delightfully low maintenance....

Also Read: 32 Ways to Use Tin Cans in Garden Required Materials Decorative Paper Mod Podge Foam Brush Tin Can Soil Plants Gravels or Drill How To Make a Tin Can Planter 1. Wrap the Paper Wrap the decorative paper on a tin can and mark the extra paper from the bottom. Avoid the step if the paper is fitting well. 2. Cut The Extra Part Now use a pair of scissors to cut out the extra part that you marked in the previous step....

QUESTION: Do sweet potato plants need to flower? Is there a way to determine if the sweet potato plants will produce flowers? -Kevin B. GARDENING CHANNEL REPLIES: No, sweet potatoes do not need to flower. In fact, not all sweet potato plants flower as part of their growth cycle near the end of the growing season. But, some sweet potato plants will produce flowers on their own. Flowering happens for some sweet potato plants and not others depending on the climate (specifically, whether nighttime temperatures have dropped low enough for the sweet potato plants to flower) and the fertilization....

Photo found on Flickr, courtesy of observing life. Beefsteak tomatoes are some of the largest and meatiest tomatoes. They hold together well, are perfect for sandwiches, and are among the best tomatoes for eating raw. These large tomatoes (typically 10 to 16 ounces each) typically have a squat and irregular shape, making them poor candidates for mechanized processing, but ideal for home gardens and kitchens. Gardeners can find seeds and plants for many types of beefsteak tomatoes....

The Brandywine varieties are some of the most popular heirloom tomatoes grown in North America. They are known for their large fruits, great taste, and pumpkin-like ridges. Many color options are also available in the Brandywine family, including red brandywine, pink brandywine, orange, yellow brandywine and even black brandywine tomatoes. Their distinctive potato-leaved foliage sets them apart from most other varieties of tomato. There are both determinate and indeterminate varieties, but most people associate Brandywine with the indeterminate, vining heirlooms....

If you’re looking for a little guidance, read on. We’re about to get into the weeds when it comes to elderberry fertilizer. If you want a beautiful plant and a full harvest of tart and tangy elderberries, adding fertilizer is a task you can’t put off if you want to enjoy the fruits of your labor to the fullest. Fertilizing will not only help your plant grow to its full potential, with big, fragrant flowers and healthy foliage, it will also help to promote a healthy and abundant berry harvest....

If you want to water your plants and conserve water, consider an old-fashioned rain barrel. Rain barrels catch the water that runs down from your roof, storing it for later use in the garden. You can either make a rain barrel or buy one. Because of renewed interest in this old-fashioned technology, you can choose from many types of barrels. The style of rain barrel that is best for your home depends on where you want to put it and how much water you need for your garden....

Roses need a little help when it comes to climbing. They won’t do it all on their own, so you’ll need to have something for them to climb on and you might need to attach the canes using tape or twine. Is there anything more delightful than a fence draped in colorful flowers, or walking under an arbor woven with fragrant blossoms? There’s just something so beautiful about climbing roses....

People love to grow flowers, ferns, herbs, vegetables, sometimes fruits like lemon and strawberries in containers. Not many people decide to create a succulent container garden, but if you’re in those few people who want to dedicate their space to grow these incredible plants, this post is for you. Have a look at the stunning indoor succulent garden pictures here Why Should You Grow a Balcony Succulent Garden? Because they’re low maintenance–Growing other plants is difficult, but anybody can grow succulents....

Drawing your vegetable garden layout may sound like a lot of work, but it really isn’t difficult. You don’t need any expensive computer program, or mad geometry skills either. Heck, you don’t even need to be able to draw! When spring comes, and you walk out to your backyard armed with your sketch, you’ll be thrilled that you took the time to do it. It makes planting and growing vegetables so much easier!...