Last updated on September 24th, 2019 at 12:10 am How to Get Started: 6 weeks before the LAST spring frost, begin growing your broccoli seeds indoors. When transplanting, do so slowly (accustom it slowly to different temps) , or you will shock the plant. As soon as you can work the soil, get […]
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Plant Guide: Chives
Last updated on September 24th, 2019 at 12:11 am How to Get Started: If sowing from seed, start indoors 8 weeks before the last frost. Transplant as soon as your soil is easily workable. Choose an area of your garden with full sunlight and moist, well-draining soil. Place plants 4-6 inches apart, and […]
Plant Guide: Tomato
Last updated on September 24th, 2019 at 12:13 am Growing tomatoes doesn’t have to be scary! Use my gardening tips to grow the best tomatoes your neighborhood has ever seen. Check out my post on tomato plant diseases, should you need it! Let’s get started with growing tomatoes! Grow Zone: Tomato can be […]
Plant Guide: Iris
Last updated on September 24th, 2019 at 12:16 am Are you growing iris? If not, you should be! Add iris to your garden with my planting tips! This flower is available in a variety of colors, making it fitting for almost any garden. Iris plants love acidic soil, and can be easily grown in a […]
Plant Guide: Spinach
Last updated on September 24th, 2019 at 12:20 am Begin growing spinach with my tips and tricks! Spinach is great for gardeners who live in a cold climate, or ones who just don’t have a lot of time to invest! Spinach is low maintenance and great for almost any environment! Grow Zone: You can […]
Plant Guide: Eggplant
Last updated on September 24th, 2019 at 12:21 am How to Get Started: When planting, pick an area with well draining soil and plenty of sunlight. It is recommended that you mix in a little organic compost to get the vegetables off on the right foot. Keep the soil damp with a drip line […]
Plant Guide: Canna
Last updated on September 24th, 2019 at 12:24 am How to Get Started: Plant bulbs about 2 to 3 inches in the ground, with the pointy eye up. Cover with soil. Plant in the fall for the best results. After planting, soak the soil thoroughly with water. After the first week, canna plants […]
Plant Guide: Hosta
Last updated on September 24th, 2019 at 12:24 am How to Get Started: These plants are shade lovers, but that doesn’t mean that they don’t love a little sun! Plant in an area that gets afternoon shade. The darker your leaves are, the more sun it needs. These plants like rich, acidic […]
Plant Guide: Swiss Chard
Last updated on September 24th, 2019 at 12:25 am How to Get Started: Plant Swiss chard about 3 weeks FOLLOWING the last spring frost date in your area. Plants can also be started for a winter crop after the last fall frost. Water the vegetables throughouly during the Summer and use mulch to […]
Plant Guide: Thyme
Last updated on September 24th, 2019 at 12:26 am How to Get Started: Start as a seed, indoors in early Spring (now would be a great time!) As soon as the last frost passes, transplant your sprouts in the sunniest patch of your garden. This plant blooms twice yearly, once in spring, […]