Dangers Of Blue Green Algae

So you've done everything right so far this pond season; you did spring cleanup, lifted all your hardy plants, and maybe even added a few beneficial bacteria into the system. Hopefully you are keeping your pond in good health and can minimize algae's...

Sure you don't want? I hope this article did not terrify you but a warned gardener is worth two, avoid tasting what you do not know. The plant kingdom does offer a great many delicious tastes but some can prove to be finalas a matter of fact many species...

Local squirrels frequent these pots, digging holes in them and hiding seeds... Though these seem inocuous to most people and I think are only moderately toxic, I would probably rate these grapes as an 7 out of 10 on the likely toxicity scale in my yard...

Most palms are relatively safe to grow, but some have their hazards. Photo on right is of a naked seed weighing over fifty pounds before it was hollowed out. This is a rare and hard to grow species and each seed can run as much as $450 US.And if you are...

Place dome over the tray and mist each day until greens reach desired stage. Simply moisten the sheets, let excess water drain and place into tray. For Felt refills, see Biostrate 185 Felt.

Then sprinkle seeds to the desired density onto the mat and mist. Great for growing micro-greens, this lightweight, pH balanced, bio-based textile absorbs and retains water while providing an inert environment for dense healthy root development .

Unique ruffled cherry purple leaves with serrated lobes. Adds spicy flavor and spunk to salad mixes.

Great at resisting bolting. Vibrantly frilly with deep cuts. With an upright growth habit, leaves are green and deeply cut.

Has a slight hint of wasabi and grey poupon. A large mustard with excellent flavor. Purple-red leaf type, large leaf, smoothly pungent, ornamental or salad garnish.

Thin to 2 plants per cell. In about 4-5 weeks, when roots have filled the cell, gently transplant out about 8" apart.After the plant has branched, snip the heart-shaped leaf pairs as needed.

67,900 seeds/oz. Sow about 1/2" apart, 1/4" deep. After last frost, transplant to the garden about 8" apart, using care not to damage the roots.Pick as needed to within 2" of their bases.

Leaves form a compact, thick rosette. Organically grown. Unique and easy to grow. For full-sized bunching, sow 15 seeds/ft., 1/4" deep in 2" wide bands in rows 18" apart. NOTE: Suitable for late spring through autumn sowing.

After all danger of frost has passed, transplant out to the garden 6" apart in rows 36" apart. After all danger of frost has passed, sow directly into the soil 1-2" apart, 1/4" deep, in rows 36" apart.

Organically grown. Cut entire plants at 3-6".Bunching: 1 oz./1,040', 1 lb./16,640', 11/3 lb./acre at 15 seeds/ft. Cut when greens reach full-size (12-18"). For baby leaf, sow 1/4- 1/2" deep in a 2-4" wide band sow 60 seeds/ft.

Good in salads or as a cooked green. Cut entire plants at 3-6".Bunching: 1 oz./1,040', 1 lb./16,640', 11/3 lb./acre at 15 seeds/ft. Cut when greens reach full-size (12-18"). For baby leaf, sow 1/4- 1/2" deep in a 2-4" wide band sow 60 seeds/ft.

For baby leaf, sow 1/4- 1/2" deep in a 2-4" wide band sow 60 seeds/ft. For bunching, sow 1/4- 1/2" deep in a 2" wide band with 15 seeds/ft., rows 18-24" apart. Color appears early on young leaves.

Most varieties do not require thinning. In the South, greens are well adapted to fall plantings. For full-sized bunching, sow 15 seeds/ft., 1/4" deep in 2" wide bands in rows 18" apart.

Research has also shown that blue mulch produces higher soil temperatures compared to black much. Recommended on a trial basis. Increase squash, cucumber and melon yields! Blue plastic mulch has the same benefits as black plastic mulch, but with different...

Harvest before flowering. Shoots that do not easily snap are overmature. In the South, greens are well adapted to fall plantings. The young plants produce quantities of long, pencil-thin, red-purple, budded flower stems.

Transplant 8-12" apart in rows 12-18" apart. Harvest when the edible stem thickens and reaches a length of 8–10". Crops grown in cool weather will be milder. Prevent disease with crop rotation and good sanitation.Cut the plant when the enlarged stem...

Packet: 1,000 seeds.http://www.johnnyseeds.com/vegetables/greens/greens-mixes/ovation-greens-mix-organic-seed-2697G.11.htmlSow about 60 seeds per foot in a 2-4" wide band, lightly cover ( 1/8"), and firm gently.

Thin to 6-10" apart.Pick leaves when plants reach 1' tall, or more. Packet: 175 seeds.http://www.johnnyseeds.com/vegetables/greens/specialty-greens/ruby-red-orach-organic-specialty-green-seed-3999G.11.htmlOrach does well in any well-drained garden soil.

Thin to 6" apart.If anything you purchase from us proves unsatisfactory, we will either replace the item or refund the purchase price. Mild Swiss chard taste. 13,900 seeds/lb. After all danger of frost has passed, transplant out to the garden 6" apart...

Thin to 6-10" apart.Pick leaves when plants reach 1' tall, or more. Packet: 175 seeds.http://www.johnnyseeds.com/vegetables/greens/specialty-greens/dark-green-orach-organic-specialty-green-seed-3745G.11.htmlOrach does well in any well-drained garden soil.

Begin harvesting in about 3 weeks by clipping with scissors; most plants in the mix will re-grow. Market with other popular stir-fry items such as scallions and snow peas. Harvest at baby or teenage stage for a diverse stir-fry mix.

Cut entire plants at 3-6".Bunching: 1 oz./1,040', 1 lb./16,640', 11/3 lb./acre at 15 seeds/ft. For bunching, sow 1/4- 1/2" deep in a 2" wide band with 15 seeds/ft., rows 18-24" apart.