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Would you like to grow tomatillos in this year’s garden? They’re easier than you might think. Just follow my tips below and you’ll be making fresh salsa verde before you know it! Latin Name: Physalis philadelphicaPlant Family: Nightshade (Solanaceae)Warm-season crop Did You Know? Tomatillos are also referred to as Mexican husk tomatoes and are related to ground cherries and the ornamental Chinese […]
Read moreCan I tell you a secret? I’ve never been able to grow Brussels sprouts in our Spokane, Wash. garden. I think our summers are just too hot for it. But I’ve done a lot of research into what it takes to get a decent crop, so check it out below! Latin Name: Brassica oleracea var. gemmiferaPlant Family: Brassica (Brassicaceae)Cool-season crop […]
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Would you like to grow eggplants? This relative of the tomato isn’t difficult to grow but it can be tricky knowing when it harvest it. Find out my tips below. Latin Name: Solanum melongena Plant Family: Nightshade (Solanaceae) Warm-season crop Did You Know? I’ve noticed there are two schools of thought on eggplants: those who love them and those who […]
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If you’d like to grow peas in your garden this spring, check out my gutter peas method for ease in planting. No matter how you start them, you’ll love their delightfully sweet flavor. Latin Name: Pisum sativum Plant Family: Legume Cool-season crop Did You Know? There are three types of peas: shelling, edible pod, and snap. You might be surprised […]
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When you grow Fava beans, you’ll find the bit of extra processing work is worth it. I’m not sure how many U.S. gardeners grow them but they make a great addition to the garden. Latin Name: Vicia faba Plant Family: Fabaceae Cool-season crop Did You Know? While most types of beans are warm-season crops, Fava beans grow best in cooler […]
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I love growing a diversity of veggies in our garden but I really love to grow beans. I think I might even been known for my pole beans! But whether you grow bush or pole beans, you’ll be amazed at the size of the harvest. Latin Name: Phaseolus vulgaris Plant Family: Fabaceae Warm-season crop Did You Know? Beans are a […]
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I love to grow corn because homegrown ears are so sweet and delicious. Check out my special spacing suggestions below and recommended varieties. You’ll also learn what to look for so you know your corn is ready to pick. Latin Name: Zea Mays Plant Family: Grass (Poaceae) Warm-season crop Did You Know? Corn, or maize, was developed from a wild […]
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Do you want to grow watermelons, but you have a shorter growing season? There are varieties that ripen in a shorter amount of time. Latin Name: Citrullis lanatus Plant Family: Cucurbit (Cucurbitaceae) Warm-season crop Did You Know? Eating a big, juicy slice of watermelon is the quintessential summertime experience. It used to be that only gardeners with long growing seasons […]
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It’s not difficult to grow winter squash once you choose a variety or two out of so many wonderful offerings! Read my best squash tips below. Latin Name: Cucurbita maxima Plant Family: Cucurbit (Cucurbitaceae) Warm-season crop Did You Know? There are so many different types of winter squash that are well worth trying. They include acorn, butternut, buttercup, delicata, spaghetti, […]
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Everybody loves to grow summer squash, right? It’s a fun, easy crop to grow and is so versatile in cooking. Latin Name: Cucurbita pepo Plant Family: Cucurbit (Cucurbitaceae) Warm-season crop Did You Know? Everybody loves zucchini, right? Other types of summer squash include crookneck, pattypan or scallop, and the vining trombone zucchini. Squash are native to the Western Hemisphere, especially […]
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