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Alternatively, plant first thing in spring, or grow from seed and set out seedlings in early spring. If storing shallots, cure in a dry place for 10 days after pulling the plants. Notes Used in place of onions for concentrated flavor.
Use yellow sticky traps to monitor populations. A small vacuum is a good way to collect cucumber beetles. On cool mornings, place a piece of cardboard beneath plants to catch beetles you knock to the ground.
Large plants produce edible, starry blue flowers that attract bees in droves. Frost tolerant Seedlings will survive light frosts, but older plants are easily damaged. A fresh crop of plants can be planted in late summer for bloom in the fall.
They lay eggs at the base of onion plants, and the larvae tunnel into onion roots. Damage: When young onion plants wilt for no apparent reason, pull up a sample plant to check for legless worms (maggots) feeding on it roots.
Planting and Harvesting Calendar < Back to All Plants Pests which Affect Valerian Aphids (General) Slug Snail Valerian can stand 5 feet (1.5 meters) tall when it is in full bloom. Gather them for use as cut flowers to keep valerian from reseeding and...
Lemon balm grows into a rounded mound. Harvesting Gather sprigs as needed in the kitchen. Notes Lemon balm is very easy to grow. Feeding Not generally required. Position Any sunny spot.
Cover the bulbs to four times their depth with loose soil. As the flowers fade in the garden, trim them off with scissors or pruning shears. Hot pepper sprays help to deter these nibblers.
Planting and Harvesting Calendar < Back to All Plants Pests which Affect Ageratum Aphids (General) Slug Snail Dwarf types make good edging plants for beds and containers. Our Garden Planner can produce a personalized calendar of when to sow, plant and...
Feeding Not required. Harvesting Use a digging fork to loosen soil along outside of the planting before pulling roots. Germination often takes up to 2 weeks. Our Garden Planner can produce a personalized calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for...
Begins to bear after five years. Can be grown as a hedge. Mulch after planting, and encircle the trunk with a wire cage or protective pipe to protect the young tree from animal and insect pests.
Small, rice-like maggots may be present, especially in apples that have dropped to the ground. Managing Outbreaks: Enclosing perfect green apples in clear plastic sandwich bags will protect them from apple maggots and other pests.
Notes Many lantanas have florets that change color as they age. Frost tolerant Very limited. Most gardeners buy lantanas as bedding plants, which are sold in late spring and early summer as warm-weather bedding plants.
When allowed to shed mature seeds, chamomile often becomes a welcome volunteer plant. Chamomile tea is made from the blossoms only. Notes Feathery chamomile foliage contrasts well with the textures of other herbs and flowers.
Frost tolerant No. Grow at temperatures above 7°C (45°F). Troubleshooting Grow outdoors in the warmer months to expose plants to heat and pollinators. Harvesting Pick when richly colored and fully ripe.
Planting and Harvesting Calendar < Back to All Plants Pests which Affect White Currant Aphids (General) Slug Snail In winter, prune out old branches close to the ground. Crop Rotation Group Miscellaneous ● Soil Rich soil with compost dug in.
Plan to hand pick often, by knocking the beetles into a bowl of soapy water. They fly away or drop to the ground when disturbed. Damage: Japanese beetles chew holes in leaves, often devouring much of the foliage from roses and other favored plants.
A mature clump of lavender will grow to 24" (60 cm) wide. Harvesting Gather spikes of lavender flowers as soon as they open, and dry in small bundles before storing in an airtight container.
Crop Rotation Group Miscellaneous ● Soil Moisture-retentive but well-drained. Frost tolerant Yes, but it is important to choose varieties known to grow well in your area to reduce risk of losing blooms to spring freezes.
Spacing Single Plants: 16' 4" (5.00m) each way (minimum) Rows: 16' 4" (5.00m) with 16' 4" (5.00m) row gap (minimum) Sow and Plant Prepare a large hole by breaking up the soil and adding plenty of well-rotted organic matter.
Position Full sun and warm conditions. Frost tolerant No. Feeding Not required, but thrifty growth often indicates nutritional stress. Spacing Single Plants: 1' 7" (50cm) each way (minimum) Rows: 1' 5" (45cm) with 1' 11" (60cm) row gap (minimum) Sow and...
Planting and Harvesting Calendar < Back to All Plants Pests which Affect Oregano Aphids (General) Slug Snail Moderately invasive. Crop Rotation Group Miscellaneous ● Soil Any average, well drained soil in an easily accessible site.
