When Should Seedlings Be Pricked Out?
For gardeners, there’s a good time to do each job on the calendar, especially for taking care of young plants. It’s the same when you prick out seedlings. It’s an important step that will help your weak seedlings become strong plants with deep roots.When you prick out, you move seedlings ...
A History Of Zucchini Squash
Zucchini is a vegetable that we often have on our dinner tables. However, its origin story is as fascinating as any folklore. This versatile squash was first cultivated by indigenous peoples in the Americas centuries ago. It is the ancestor of the mild-flavored zucchini that we know today, and did ...
How To Grow Yarrow
Yarrow stands out in the garden, not just for its beauty but for its storied past and practicality. This herb, known for its slender, ferny leaves and soft white or yellow blooms, has graced gardens and herbal medicine cabinets for generations. Its real magic lies in its versatility—it thrives in ...
Container Gardening For Carrots
The snap of a garden-fresh carrot, breaking into that sweet, earthy flavor, is unmatched. But what if your garden is more concrete jungle than sprawling green? Fear not, carrot enthusiasts! The world of container gardening is here to turn even the tiniest nook or sun-kissed ledge into a bountiful carrot ...
A History Of Carrots
Carrots have an interesting history that goes back more than a millennium; they were not created to be found in our neighborhood supermarkets. The high, verdant regions of the Iranian plateau are where the fascinating adventure of the carrot started. This area, which extends from northern Iran to Pakistan, is ...
Onion Drying And Curing Techniques
Onions must be carefully dried and cured, which calls for precision. To keep the onions fresh and flavorful, moisture must be removed from them. When carried out properly, this procedure yields onions with a longer shelf life and flavorful and robust. You will be guided step-by-step through the necessary methods ...
Growing Heirloom Asparagus
Heirloom asparagus is a treasure hidden in plain sight in our gardens. This perennial vegetable is about more than just taste; it’s a direct lineage to our agricultural past. ‘Heirloom’ refers to plant varieties cultivated and passed down through generations, often for a century or more. Human or technological methods ...
Growing Yummy Heirloom Nasturtiums
Introduction to Nasturtiums Nasturtiums have a splendid display of colors that can transform a garden into a lively canvas. These annuals are scientifically known as Tropaeolum majus or Indian cress. They have an ornate appearance but are easy to grow, blooming throughout the warmer months until the first chill of ...
Growing Heirloom Herbs For Medical Use
Heirloom herbs are cultivated in gardens not just for their flavors but also for their natural medicinal properties that have been trusted for generations. These plants are not ordinary; they have been passed down from generation to generation and preserved from modern industrial farming practices. Their genetic makeup remains unaltered, ...