Nurturing the Mind, Cultivating the Body, Harvesting the Spirit
Nurturing the Mind, Cultivating the Body, Harvesting the Spirit
Understanding Lettuce Bolting What is Bolting? Have you ever noticed your lettuce suddenly shooting up tall stalks, as if it’s on a growth spurt? That’s bolting. In simple terms, bolting is when lettuce, or any plant for that matter, switches…
Discovering the best way to prune tomato plants can mean the difference between a good harvest and a great one. Pruning, an essential garden task, directs a plant’s energy towards producing lush, flavorful fruit rather than excessive foliage. By selectively…
Grow Eggplants in Pots: The Basics Eggplants, or as some might call them, aubergines or brinjals, are the more mysterious members of the nightshade family. Unlike their notorious relatives, they’re not here to cause a fuss. They’re self-pollinating, which means…
Storing onions effectively is an art that extends their freshness and flavor across several months. The process encompasses correct harvesting timing, followed by a crucial curing phase, either under the sun or indoors. Once cured, trimming and prepping them for…
Succession planting corn involves staggered corn crops throughout the growing season to ensure a continuous harvest. By meticulously timing your sowings every two weeks or so, and choosing varieties with differing days to maturity, you set the stage for a…
Growing cucumbers on the ground is a traditional method that requires less setup compared to vertical growth. When you opt for this, ensure your garden location has good sunlight and the soil is well-drained and fertile. Plant your cucumbers in…
When it comes to sprinkling wood ash in the garden, not every veggie is throwing a party. Some plants, especially those that crave more acidic soil like potatoes, blueberries, cabbage, and parsley, might just look at you with a “Really?”…
How do you winterize cucumber plants? Well, traditionally, you don’t. Cucumbers and cold are not buddies. However, if you’re not ready to bid farewell to your cucumber endeavor when winter knocks, there’s a workaround or two. Consider moving the party…
Thinking about diving into the pumpkin-growing game? Well, friend, you’re in for a treat! The best place to grow pumpkins? You have to pick a sun-kissed spot that basks in at least six hours of sunlight daily. And that soil?…
Growing red onions in containers is a practical solution for limited garden spaces. Begin with a medium to large-sized pot with drainage holes, ensuring a depth of at least 30 cm (12 inches). Use a mix of two-thirds potting soil…