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Sun and Soil Requirements for Growing Radishes

Sun and Soil Requirements for Growing Radishes

Radishes don’t like the heat. The only heat-resistant radishes are summer radishes, such as Rover, French Breakfast, Icicle, and Sora. These radishes can all withstand warmer temperatures, but even they  
Types of Radishes

Types of Radishes

Radishes come in a large range of lengths, shapes, sizes, and colors that span the spectrum of red, pink, yellow, white, and even grey or black. Their roots can be  
Storing Food from Your Freedom Garden

Storing Food from Your Freedom Garden

The goal of a Freedom Garden is to be able to store and share the food you’re growing, so getting good at storing and preserving your fruits and veggies should  
Dealing with Eggplant Diseases

Dealing with Eggplant Diseases

Like all food crops, eggplant is susceptible to various fungal diseases. Your best weapons against these are best planting practices, which help prevent disease in the first place.  
Election Day Garlic

Election Day Garlic

The forecast predicted perfect working weather: a high of 70 degrees, partly cloudy, a slight breeze, one of those rare days in late Fall when the warmth from a Summer  
10 Spring Companion Planting Ideas

10 Spring Companion Planting Ideas

Oh! Spring! How do I love thee? Let me count the ways. Actually, no. I won't scare you off with bad takes on a sonnet. I will, however, share with  
How to Grow a Smoothie Garden Indoors

How to Grow a Smoothie Garden Indoors

I love smoothies. And if you live in a warm enough place and have enough outdoor space, you can pretty easily grow a smoothie garden with all the fruits and  
When to Pick Bell Peppers

When to Pick Bell Peppers

Bell peppers don't get the press they deserve. These fruits (yes, they are technically fruits) are one of the most commonly grown crops in the world. And they come in