Notes Try growing different varieties from seed to explore differences in leaf color (such as red cabbage) and type (smooth-leaf or savoy). Troubleshooting Heavy summer rains following dry weather can cause heads to split.
Harvesting Harvest summer squash when they are young and tender, before the rinds begin to harden. Our Garden Planner can produce a personalized calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.
I hope you've found some of these ideas handy. Balance and Speed Using a watering can? Fruit trees, canes and bushes can be mulched with chunkier materials such as bark chippings, or fibrous materials like straw.
The giant carrot was a bit far gone for eating, but it was exactly the kind of carrot you might store through winter, plant out in early spring, and grow for its flowers, seeds or both.
Make sure to choose upward-pointing shoots to counteract this. There are also two serious diseases to be aware of. Don't use a wound paint or wrap to try and seal the wound. July and August is the best time to prune plums in most Northern Hemisphere locations.
Yellow and white are the most common flower colors. Frost tolerant Excellent. Notes Daffodils are the best spring-flowering bulbs to grow as perennials. Troubleshooting Daffodils have few pest problems and are seldom eaten by deer.
Large-flowered florists anemones (A. Notes Wood anemones thrive when grown in soil rich with leaf mold. Use large-flowered anemones as feature plants in the summer garden. Dainty white wood anemones are hardy to -20F (-30C), as are 'Grecian' anemones...
Position Full sun. Frost tolerant Agastache seedlings can be damaged by spring frost, but established plants often survive winter in climates where the soil does not freeze. Companions Cabbage, Grape Vine, Mint and Echinacea.
Position Full sun. Frost tolerant None. Feeding Mix a light application of a balanced organic fertilizer into the soil prior to planting. Spacing Single Plants: 11" (30cm) each way (minimum) Rows: 11" (30cm) with 11" (30cm) row gap (minimum) Sow and Plant...
Allow 12 inches (30cm) between taller varieties. Notes This is a great summer flower for areas with hot summers. Planting and Harvesting Calendar < Back to All Plants Pests which Affect Cuphea Aphids (General) Slug Snail
Troubleshooting Excessive rain can cause portulaca to develop root rot problems. Notes Portulaca tolerates blazing sun and the delicate blossoms attract honeybees. Frost tolerant None.
You also can start seeds in late winter, and set out the seedlings in spring. Locate it where leaves can be conveniently picked, crushed and sniffed. Frost tolerant A cold-hardy perennial, lemon balm can survive temperatures to -20F (-30C).
Feeding Topdress with rich compost in spring, when new growth appears. Fertilize established clumps with a balanced organic fertilizer in the fall. As the flowers fade in the garden, trim them off with scissors or pruning shears.
The tubular flowers attract hummingbirds, and many varieties are fragrant. Position Full sun to partial afternoon shade. Troubleshooting Aphids, slugs and both tomato and tobacco hornworms can require management.
Fertilize with a liquid fertilizer in early summer, when the plants are in full leaf. Very tall cultivars may need staking to keep them upright. In late summer, use bushy annual flowers to hide the fading foliage of spring-blooming alliums from view.
Oregano often spreads in hospitable spots. Harvesting Gather sprigs as needed in the kitchen. Crop Rotation Group Miscellaneous ● Soil Any average, well drained soil in an easily accessible site.
In late spring, allow the foliage to die back naturally. Harvesting Despite their short stems, colchicums make good cut flowers. Frost tolerant Good. Feeding Fertilize with a balanced organic fertilizer in spring, when new growth appears.
Osteospermum make great flowers for containers. Position Full sun. Aphids may occasionally feed on new growing tips and buds. Notes Osteospermum colors include pink, white, and shades of yellow.
Troubleshooting Control valerian's spread by cutting back flowering stems before they can shed seeds in your garden. Harvesting Dig roots in fall or early spring and dry outdoors, because they release an unpleasant smell as they dry.
Position Full sun to partial afternoon shade. Frost tolerant Garlic chives are hardy perennials that survive winter even in very cold climates. Companions Oregano, Thyme, Carrot, Tomato, Grape Vine and Rose.
Spacing Single Plants: 1' 5" (45cm) each way (minimum) Rows: 1' 5" (45cm) with 1' 11" (60cm) row gap (minimum) Sow and Plant Plant amaranth in late spring or early summer, after the last frost has passed and the soil is warm.
Fertilize established clumps with a balanced organic fertilizer in the fall. Blue is the strongest color, but many others are available. Planting hyacinths behind daylilies or other summer-blooming perennials hides the fading foliage from view.
Position Partial shade. Frost tolerant Extremely cold hardy perennials, comfrey plants become dormant in winter and re-emerge every spring. Companions Apple, Apricot, Peach, Pear, Plum, Persimmon and Nectarine.
Harvesting Use scissors to gather handfuls of leaves from early spring onward. Established clumps can be dug and divided in spring or in fall. Spacing Single Plants: 7" (20cm) each way (minimum) Rows: 5" (15cm) with 9" (25cm) row gap (minimum) Sow and...
Position A sunny spot where bumblebees and other large pollinators are desired. Frost tolerant Seedlings will survive light frosts, but older plants are easily damaged. Companions Tomato, Squash, Strawberry and Pepper.
Harvesting Dig plants in early fall to harvest the roots. Echinacea often does not bloom reliably until its second year in the garden. Spacing Single Plants: 1' 1" (35cm) each way (minimum) Rows: 11" (30cm) with 1' 3" (40cm) row gap (minimum) Sow and...
Fertilize with a liquid fertilizer in midsummer to support strong re-blooming. The buds of most old-fashioned daylilies are edible. Spread out the tubers and plant them so the top of the crown is just below the soil line.
