Sun and Soil Requirements for Growing Beets
Beets like a full day of sun—preferably at least six hours of direct sunlight. They’ll do OK in partial shade, but that could reduce the size of their roots. Don’t …
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How to Avoid Tomato Blossom End Rot
The end of summer signals the beginning of tomato season! So many delicious tomato recipes. And consider canning tomatoes if you have an abundance. But for now, celebrate the fruits …
Nurturing your Carrots
Once your carrots are settled in—whether it’s in a container, a raised bed, or open ground—consistency is key when it comes to watering. If you don’t get rain on a …
Planting Carrots in the Ground
Carrots need lots of sunshine in order to thrive—six to eight hours of sunshine a day. They’ll tolerate partial shade, but find them the sunniest spot you can. They also …
10 Fun Facts About Growing Cilantro
When I think of growing cilantro, I think of a fresh bowl of our BLT Guacamole, ready at the helm. If you're growing tomatoes, onions, and especially avocados, you have …
Planting Cilantro in the Ground or in Raised Beds
Cilantro plants need six to eight hours of sunshine in order to thrive. Cilantro is more heat sensitive than many other herbs, so it’s a good idea to plant it …
Watering, Weeding, and Fertilizing your Cilantro Plants
Once your cilantro has settled in—whether it’s in a container, a raised bed, or open ground—consistency is key when it comes to watering. Cilantro likes a long drink of water …
Growing Cilantro in Containers
Cilantro can flourish in containers. And depending on where you live, your plant can spend much of its time outside, as long as it’s frost-free, has some shade, and it …
Watering, Weeding and Fertilizing your Lettuce Plants
Once your lettuce plants are settled in—whether it’s in a container, a raised bed, or open ground—consistency is key when it comes to watering. Lettuce likes frequent light watering. Lettuce …
Dealing with Apple Diseases
Like all food crops, apple trees are susceptible to various fungal diseases. Your best weapons against these are best planting practices, which help prevent disease in the first place. …
