Notes Powdery mildew can be a serious problem for white currants, so consider planting resistant varieties such as ‘Blanka' or ‘Pink Champagne'. Crop Rotation Group Miscellaneous ● Soil Rich soil with compost dug in.
Grow varieties described as soft spring wheat in spring, but choose hard winter wheat for fall. No thinning is required. Planting and Harvesting Calendar < Back to All Plants Pests which Affect Wheat Aphids (General) Slug Snail
Try growing different varieties from seed to explore differences in bulb color, size and shape. Crop Rotation Group Allium (Onion family) ● Soil Fertile, well drained soil with compost dug in.
Fertilize with a liquid fertilizer in midsummer to support strong re-blooming. Mature buds will continue to expand and open after the stems are cut. Troubleshooting Daylilies are often eaten by deer.
This can be achieved by framing it with, for example, large terracotta pots bursting with bedding plants, herbs or topiary. Hang them around outdoor eating areas to extend your enjoyment of the garden long after the sun has dipped beneath the horizon.
Mature plants are easier to harvest after a light frost in the fall. Our Garden Planner can produce a personalized calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area. Planting and Harvesting Calendar < Back to All Plants Pests which Affect Quinoa...
Keep on Picking to Keep Plants Producing The first rule with any fruit or pod-producing vegetable is to keep up with the picking. Grass clippings are a ready-to-hand source of instant mulch too, and will help to keep plant roots cool and moist in hot,...
Troubleshooting Viruses, nematodes, and soil-borne diseases can cause roots to become gnarled or misshapen. Companions Chives, Potatoes, Leek, Lettuce, Peas, Radish, Rosemary, Sage, Tomato, Onion and Onions.
However, earwigs are also effective predators of aphids and other small plant pests. During the day, earwigs often can be found under pots or flats that contain damaged plants. Earwigs eat mostly decaying plants and small soft-bodied insects.
Companions Mint, Borage, Calendula and Onions. Prune to improve airflow and avoid feeding with too much nitrogen. This bacterial disease strikes suddenly in cool, damp weather, and causes branches to look like they have been burned by fire.
Companions Dill, Lovage and Tansy. Prune to improve airflow and avoid feeding with too much nitrogen. This bacterial disease strikes suddenly in cool, damp weather, and causes branches to look like they have been burned by fire.
Frost tolerant Many cultivars are hardy to -40F (-40C). Set plants slightly deeper than they grew in their nursery pots. Planting and Harvesting Calendar < Back to All Plants Pests which Affect Black Currant Aphids (General) Slug Snail
Spacing Single Plants: 11" (30cm) each way (minimum) Rows: 7" (20cm) with 1' 1" (35cm) row gap (minimum) Sow and Plant Prepare wide planting holes dug to at least 12in (30cm) deep, and generously enrich the holes with rich compost and a balanced organic...
Heavy feeding can leave ragged holes in leaves, and young fruits can be ruined by squash bug feeding. You also can use highly attractive zucchini as a trap crop. Preventing Problems: Use row cover (garden fleece) to protect plants for their first month...
Frost tolerant Many cultivars are hardy to -40F (-40C). Set plants slightly deeper than they grew in their nursery pots. Planting and Harvesting Calendar < Back to All Plants Pests which Affect Gooseberry Aphids (General) Slug Snail
Try growing different varieties from seed to explore differences in bulb color, size and shape. Crop Rotation Group Allium (Onion family) ● Soil Fertile, well drained soil with compost dug in.
Alternatively, assuming your back's up to it and you're feeling strong, you could yank at the central stem to tear some (but not all!) of the roots – just enough to reduce the volume of moisture reaching the plant and to create artificially dry conditions.
Remain Vigilant With the ground cleared it's important to act quickly to remove any resurfacing weeds. So here's how you can win the war on weeds! Know Your Enemy: Annual and Perennial Weeds There are two enemies at work here: annual weeds and perennial...
The colors of corn earworms tend to be pale when they feed on corn, and darker when they feed on tomatoes. Bt (a biological pesticide) can also be used the same way. On tomatoes, corn earworms feed on both the foliage and the fruit, and typically make...
Avoiding Problems When Growing Rutabagas Like most other root crops, rutabagas need sunny, well-drained soil with a near-neutral pH amended with a modest supply of organic fertilizer or composted manure.
When the weather is dry, bend over seed heads into a large bucket and clip them off. Companions Beans and Peas. Keep soil moist until the seedlings sprout. Weed by hand until the plants are 4 inches (10 cm) tall, gradually thinning plants to 18 inches...
With no predators and no existing pests, this creates a gap in your garden's ecosystem for other pests to surge in unchecked, meaning you need to apply ever more pesticides just to keep on top of the problem.
As the wood decays, mycelium from the wood-feeding fungi also infiltrate adjoining soil. Planning a Terraced Vegetable Garden Because water always runs downhill, it is always best to stabilize a slope with reinforced beds that run across the slope.
The legumes germinate best while the soil is still warm, so they are usually planted in September. The corn plants may not use up all the fertilizer applied to the row middles, so it's a cushy planting niche for heavy-feeding fall crops like collards...
Notes Each seed is actually a multi-celled capsule, so you may need small scissors to thin plants to proper spacing. Companions Beans, Cabbage, Brussels Sprouts, Cauliflower, Broccoli, Kale, Garlic, Onions and Onion.
Our Garden Planner can produce a personalized calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area. Crop Rotation Group Miscellaneous ● Soil Any sunny site with good drainage.
If you're unable to do this, do be aware that fresh grass clippings may root into the soil and contain grass seeds. Read on to find out what kinds of mulches you can make at home, how to get more when you run out, and how to use them for maximum benefit.
