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Nothing sets off a walkway or porch like a beautiful hanging basket or a gorgeous planter. The challenge with hanging baskets and planters is keeping them looking great. First, with both hanging baskets and planters, there are a lot of plants squeezed into a small space. Many plants in a small area use up moisture […]
Tomato plants are one of two general types, being “determinate” or “indeterminate”. Determinate means they are bush tomatoes. The plants don’t get over about three feet tall, and once the fruit starts setting on, it comes in a rush, which is what makes them great for canning. A wire tomato cage will keep the plant […]
The only limit to what beautiful planters or baskets can be created for your yard is your own imagination. Use old wheelbarrows, tubs or tires, pots or window boxes, or build your own planter boxes. Whatever container you choose, make sure it has plenty of drainage holes drilled in the bottom. If there aren’t sufficient […]
Rotating crops improves yields and prevents the spread of soil borne insects and diseases. Start with leafy crops the first year, plant root crops the second year in that same space, soil-enriching peas or beans the third year, and squash and tomato family crops, including cucumbers, melons, corn, and pumpkins, the fourth year. Then start […]
Sweet corns available today fall into several general genetic classes. The first is Normal Sugary, indicated by a “su” following the name. These are the standard sweet corns that have been around and enjoyed for decades. They are not as sweet as newer corn types and have to be eaten immediately after picking, but their […]
Bell peppers are sweet rather than hot, to use fresh or for cooking. They are perfect for stuffing. Red bell peppers are just green bells that have been left on the vine until they turn red, although some varieties are bred for their red qualities. Golden Bells are a little milder than green bells with […]
Transplant shock causes flowers, vegetables, even trees and shrubs to wilt or droop, and sometimes drop some of their buds, flowers and leaves when they are transplanted. Many plants also seem to stop growing for a while immediately after transplanting. These are all due to transplant shock. Transplant shock can be caused by several things. […]
Healthy grass will actually choke out most undesirable plants. Frequent, proper mowing helps maintain a beautiful lawn. Never cut more than one third of the grass blade at one mowing. If your lawn has become overgrown and is suddenly cut too short, the exposed lower portions of the blade will be burned by the sun, […]
Roses need at least six hours of full sunlight a day., but a little shade in the extreme heat of the afternoon, and protection from strong winds, really brings out the best in roses. When you plant the roses, use Ferti-lome Root Stimulator to quickly establish a deep and effective root system. The bud union […]
Earliest spring perennials begin with bulbs that are planted in the fall such as tulips, crocus, daffodils and hyacinths. Add to these Basket of Gold, a breathtaking, low growing mound that is covered with small, brilliant yellow flowers. Rock cress blooms in pink and white, cascadeing over walls and borders, as does creeping phlox. Candy […]
Slicing cucumbers, such as Straight Eight, Sweet Success, and Marketmore can grow to a length of eight to ten inches before picking. If they are allowed to get larger than this, the flavor remains good as long as the flesh is firm. A bitter flavor in cucumbers isn‘t because the cucumbers got too large, but […]
After planting your beds, adding a layer of mulch around the plants is one of the best things you can do for your plants and for your self. Mulches conserve moisture, cut down dramatically on weeding, keep the soil temperature more constant, prevent root injury from close cultivation, and help improve the soil and its […]