Harvesting your Strawberries
Your first clue to the right time to harvest your berries is the days to maturity that should be on the tags your plants came with. That will give you …
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Watering, Weeding and Fertilizing your Strawberry Plants
Once your strawberry plants are in the ground, there are a number of things you should do to help them thrive. First, note that flowers that show up earliest tend …
Soil and Sun Requirements for Growing Strawberries
Strawberries require full sun to thrive—a minimum of six hours of direct sunlight and up to 10 hours is ideal. Your soil should be slightly acidic, about 5.5 to 6.8 …
Planting Strawberries in the Ground, Raised Beds or Containers
You have plenty of choices for growing strawberries, depending on preference and availability of garden space. For those with limited space, it’s easy to grow strawberries in hanging baskets, though …
Growing Strawberries from Seeds or Seedlings
You can grow strawberries from seeds, but it’s much more common and effective to buy potted plants or bare roots. You can buy plants at local nurseries or box stores, …
Types of Strawberries
There are three types of strawberries, each with many varieties to choose from. These types are day-neutral, everbearing, and June-bearing. …
Starting with the Right Soil for Your Pea Plants
Having healthy pea plants starts with having great soil in which to grow them. Peas do best in loamy soil with good drainage. …
Dealing with Grape Pests
Like any plant, grapevines are attractive to a number of pests. As with disease, it’s critical that you remain vigilant about spotting invaders and dealing with them promptly. …
Strawberries with Chamomile-Infused Cream
Peak-season strawberries are just something you don’t want to miss out on. Not only are these fruits bright and juicy, but they’re also quite versatile as an ingredient. You can …
The Gardener’s Guide to Growing Chamomile—All You Need to Know About Growing, Harvesting, Preparing, and Cooking With Chamomile
In this month’s Food Gardening Magazine, you get everything you need to know about growing chamomile at home—this member of the daisy family looks, smells, and tastes wonderful! There are …
