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This week’s video is about a subject near and dear to my heart: seed starting. Why? It’s so important to know how to grow your own plants (esp. veggies) from seed. If you’ve been looking at the price of groceries lately (esp. produce), that should provide all the motivation you need! In previous years, I’ve been shooting a series of […]
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If you’re new to the concept of winter sowing, have I got a treat for you! That is the subject of this week’s video. Winter sowing involves planting seeds in containers and leaving them outside during the winter months. The seeds germinate when the time is right. That whole concept seems crazy, doesn’t it? I mean, how could it even […]
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I’m so excited that it’s finally time to talk about the 2025 garden season! Even though many of us are experiencing cold weather conditions, it’s important to make plans and get organized. That’s what this week’s video is about. In it, I introduce myself for folks who are new to my channel. You’ll also get to see some photos of […]
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You will definitely want to grow onions because there are so many uses for them in the kitchen. Learn the important of choosing varieties appropriate for your region and the different ways you can start the plants below. Latin Name: Allium cepa Plant Family: Onion (Amaryllidaceae) Cool-season crop Did You Know? Onions are divided into types, based upon the number […]
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Who wants to grow shallots? They are so delicious and quite simple to grow. Learn how plus get some recommendations on varieties to try below. Latin Name: Allium cepa aggregatum Plant Family: Amaryllidaceae Cool-season crop Did You Know? Shallots have a milder, more elegant onion flavor and are easier to digest. They add a touch of class to recipes and […]
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Did you know that it’s super easy to grow lettuce? The seeds are inexpensive which means you can grow a head of lettuce for just a few pennies. And they’re so much fresher than what you find in grocery stores. Latin Name: Lactuca sativa Plant Family: Sunflower (Asteraceae) Cool-season crop Did You Know? Doesn’t it seem crazy that lettuce is […]
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If you want to grow artichokes but you live in a cooler climate, you have to be sneaky. Learn how to make the plants develop heads in their first year of growth. Latin Name: Cynara scolymus Plant Family: Sunflower (Asteraceae) Warm-season crop Did You Know? Artichokes are grown as perennials. This means they will return year after year in hardiness […]
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Would you like to grow kohlrabi in your garden this year? Find plenty of helpful tips about when to plant some, the spacing, and when to harvest. Use my tip below to keep insects away from your plantings. Latin Name: Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes Plant Family: Brassica (Brassicaceae) Cool-season crop Did You Know? Have you ever seen kohlrabi in the […]
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It’s hard to imagine cooking without garlic and if you grow your own, so much the better. To get a large harvest, plant cloves in the fall and harvest the following spring. Latin Name: Allium sativum Plant Family: Onion (Amaryllidaceae) Cool-season crop Did You Know? Garlic has been cultivated for at least 5,000 years. It was primarily grown by many […]
Read moreLooking for a simple crop? Grow radishes! They are a great entry-level veggie to try. Latin Name: Raphanus sativus Plant Family: Brassica (Brassicaceae) Cool-season crop Did You Know? Radishes are the easiest vegetable to grow because they germinate and mature so quickly. They are a great way to introduce kids to gardening. Radishes are native to China and were introduced […]
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