Feeding Drench every two weeks with an organic liquid fertilizer. Frost tolerant Yes. Troubleshooting Heavy summer rains following dry weather can cause heads to split. Crop Rotation Group Brassicas (Cabbage family) ● Soil Rich, deep soil, firm with...
Companions Dill, Agastache, Thyme, Nasturtium, Chamomile, Tomato, Celery, Mint and Tansy. Frost tolerant Should tolerate moderate frost. Small secondary heads often grow from the base of early cabbage plants after the primary head is cut.
Companions Dill, Mint, Rosemary, Sage, Thyme, Garlic, Onions and Agastache. Frost tolerant Should tolerate moderate frost. Small secondary heads often grow from the base of early cabbage plants after the primary head is cut.
Troubleshooting Slugs can be a problem. Notes Water often to keep the soil constantly moist. Feeding Feed plants with a liquid plant food when they begin to form heads. In fall, cut heads high, leaving the base of the plant intact.
Feeding Drench every two weeks with an organic liquid fertilizer. Frost tolerant Yes. Troubleshooting Heavy summer rains following dry weather can cause heads to split. Crop Rotation Group Brassicas (Cabbage family) ● Soil Rich, deep soil, firm with...
They are often found in dense clusters on tender new growth. Preventing Problems: Pull up and compost old plants, because cabbage aphids can overwinter in dead plant tissue. Harvest Brussels sprouts often, because sprouts left too long can serve as aphid...
Watch for green imported cabbageworms, the larvae of the cabbage white butterfly. Notes Try growing different varieties from seed to explore differences in leaf color (such as red cabbage) and head shape.
Damage: The larvae rasp holes in plant leaves that gradually enlarge to give the leaves a windowpane appearance. They do not have the velvety skin texture of cabbage worms, which are a different pest.
Troubleshooting Cabbageworms are small green larvae of the cabbage white butterfly. Our Garden Planner can produce a personalized calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.
When heads begin to form, feed with a liquid plant food. Frost tolerant Yes. Bend over a few leaves if required so that the cauliflower head is kept shaded while it is forming. Crop Rotation Group Brassicas (Cabbage family) ● Soil Rich, moist soil,...
Crop Rotation Group Brassicas (Cabbage family) ● Soil Rich, deep soil, firm with plenty of well rotted compost dug in to provide abundant organic matter. Notes Under the coldest conditions, colonies of gray-green cabbage aphids can seriously infest...
Position Full sun. Feeding Not usually required, but may be needed if plants grow slowly even though the weather is comfortably warm. Spacing Single Plants: 1' 3" (40cm) each way (minimum) Rows: 1' 1" (35cm) with 1' 5" (45cm) row gap (minimum) Sow and...
Despite my tongue-in-cheek warfare references, it's important to remember that we're not really in a war against pests. That may sound like a solution, but the problem is it also wipes out the beneficial insects – your own private army – at the same...
Crop Rotation Group Brassicas (Cabbage family) ● Soil Well drained soil amended with well rotted compost. Can be sown in late summer for a fall crops. Troubleshooting Cabbageworms can be damaging, but they are less attracted to kohlrabi compared to...
Trimmed roots can be stored in a cool basement, root cellar, or refrigerator. Our Garden Planner can produce a personalized calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.
When heads begin to form, feed with a liquid plant food. Frost tolerant Yes. Many varieties produce numerous smaller side shoots after the primary head is cut. Crop Rotation Group Brassicas (Cabbage family) ● Soil Rich, deep soil, firm with plenty of...
Planting and Harvesting Calendar < Back to All Plants Pests which Affect Mache Aphids (General) Leaf Miner Slug Snail Notes This petite green is slow yet easy to grow in cool weather.
Planting and Harvesting Calendar < Back to All Plants Pests which Affect Radish Aphids (General) Cabbage Root Maggot Slug Snail Plant Diseases which Affect Radish Brassica Alternaria Leaf Spot
Crop Rotation Group Brassicas (Cabbage family) ● Soil Any reasonably fertile well-drained soil. Notes Keep watered in dry weather. Troubleshooting Spring crops bolt to seed quickly, so pull them when the roots are perfect.
Planting and Harvesting Calendar < Back to All Plants Pests which Affect Shallots Aphids (General) Slug Snail Plant Diseases which Affect Shallots Allium White Rot Onion Downy Mildew
About one-third inch long, harlequin cabbage bugs are sometimes called calico bugs. Young harlequin bugs are often black and yellow. Scout for lines of barrel-shaped eggs attached to leaf undersides and destroy them.
Most modern homes do not come equipped with root cellars. Keep the rooted plants in a cold place like an unheated garage or outbuilding. Over 300 insect species visit carrot flowers, including beneficial hoverflies and numerous small wasps.
Planting and Harvesting Calendar < Back to All Plants Pests which Affect Spinach Aphids (General) Leaf Miner Slug Snail Plant Diseases which Affect Spinach Lettuce Mosaic Virus Spinach Blight Spinach Downy Mildew Spinach White Rust
Planting and Harvesting Calendar < Back to All Plants Pests which Affect Mustard Aphids (General) Cabbage Root Maggot Flea Beetle Slug Snail Position Full sun to partial afternoon shade.
In cool weather, watch for outbreaks of gray-green cabbage aphids in leaf crevices. Notes The flavor of collards is improved by cool temperatures, so fall is the preferred time to grow this crop.
Planting and Harvesting Calendar < Back to All Plants Pests which Affect Mizuna Aphids (General) Slug Snail Notes May need to protect under mesh or fleece to prevent problems with flea beetle.
