Learn how to extend the spring vegetable garden and grow those cool weather plants that normally die out or turn bitter right through the summer and into fall. Cool-weather plants, such as lettuce, cabbage, broccoli, and peas, are happiest when planted in the early spring and harvested before the heat of summer sets in. So…
Vegetable Gardening
Vegetables to Plant in January: Garden Tips for Year-Round Growing
There are links in the article below to products I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links.There are a number of vegetables to plant in January and by planting early you get a head start on growing early spring vegetables. Planting cool weather crops in January means you will need cold frames and row covers if you live in a cold climate unless you plan to start seeds indoors. Here in Indiana…
Use Frost To Your Advantage
There are links in the article below to products I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links.Yes, you really can use frost to your advantage in the garden. While often times gardeners don’t worry about frost until fall rolls around, it is an issue in early spring as well. Once you learn the basics of using frost to your advantage, you can get a head start on your spring garden and…
Outsmart Frost in Spring Vegetable Gardens
There are links in the article below to products I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links.Before planting the vegetable garden, it is a good idea to make a plan on paper then prepare cold frames or tunnel houses to protect the crops from unexpected frost in spring. Planning a vegetable garden on paper is something many gardeners do, but they often forget about planning an early spring vegetable garden. Planning the…
When to Plant in Spring: Early Season Garden Tips
There are links in the article below to products I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links.Knowing when to plant in spring is half the battle of successful gardening. Gardeners who plant too early end up with dead or damaged crops while gardeners who plant too late wait longer to get harvests. The general rule of thumb is to plant after the last frost in your area. Timing is important and…
Environmental Advantages of Hydroponics
There are links in the article below to products I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links.There are numerous environmental advantages of hydroponics that you may not be aware of. Growing organic vegetables year-round in hydroponic units offer numerous environmental advantages over vegetables grown in soil using traditional methods.
Vegetable Growing Realities
There are links in the article below to products I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links.Vegetable growing realities reap more than just economic benefits. Growing vegetables should be about more than just necessity. Gardening should be fun for the entire family since even the tiniest family member can be involved. It should give you a sense of self-sufficiency, bring variety into your diet and help you save money on your…
Learn How To Grow Peanuts
There are links in the article below to products I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links.Yes, you can learn how to grow peanuts even if you live in a cool climate! Peanuts, famous for being grown in the south, can be a star of your garden even if you live in a cool climate. For those in zone 8B to 11, there is a perennial variety. Native to South America,…
Long Season Garden Plants
There are links in the article below to products I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links.Long season garden plants are either those that take a long time to flower, produce their crop or fruit for an extended period of time. Many plants will bloom longer if the faded blooms are cut off. This process is known as deadheading. Most plants need an inch of water a week to thrive and…
10 Easiest Vegetables to Grow from Seed
There are links in the article below to products I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links.Disclaimer: This is a guest post from Sustainable Seed Company. I did not receive any compensation for this post. I chose to share it because it contains useful information for my readers. Have you ever wondered what the 10 easiest vegetables to grow from seed are? Growing your own food is the most gratifying and…
