Growing in containers is a fantastic way to enjoy homegrown vegetables in smaller urban gardens. Cabbages are a staple crop in many vegetable gardens and a versatile one that can be grown successfully ...
Mums are a go-to fall bloom for containers, but that also makes them a bit boring. Spice things up with other, equally pretty ...
Cabbage, a member of the Brassica family, is an excellent choice for cold-season gardening. Cabbage is considered a cole crop, a group that includes Brussels sprouts, broccoli, cauliflower, kale and ...
Plant cabbage six to eight weeks before your first frost to give it time to mature in cooler temps for sweeter heads. Keep soil moist, fertilize biweekly, and watch for pests like aphids or worms to ...
I still can't believe this up and down weather we are having. And the wind! Well anyway, we know spring is right around the corner -- at least I hope that hasn't changed. So while we wait, it's a good ...
* What it is: ‘Katarina’ is a super-fast cabbage to mature – ready to pick as soon as 45 days after planting transplants (meaning less time for things to go wrong). The heads are small (about four ...
All hope isn’t lost for aspiring farmers who lack an abundance of green space. Potted gardens and containers can fill in the gaps for beginners, people with mobility issues and those who don’t have ...
As the leaves begin to turn and the crisp air of autumn settles in, fall gardening becomes an exciting opportunity to optimize your garden's health and productivity through companion planting.
Here's a sobering thought: It's not too early to be thinking about your autumn garden. Crazy as it seems, consider now how you will keep color around you this September and October, especially after ...
Growing your own produce sounded like a good idea this spring since so many gardeners were at home and had the time. Gardens, for the most part, have flourished, and many gardeners are reaping the ...