A seed drill is drawn with the edge of a hoe along a garden line. These are the shallow trenches in which seeds of many garden plants are sown. Drills made in the open ground are generally made with the […]
Seed Drills Definition
Planting tomatoes in the garden
Tomato plants in the open air, when properly grown and carefully fed, may bear heavier crops for the time they occupy the ground than they do in the greenhouse. There is seldom any difficulty with fertilisation. Every flower seems to […]
Growing and planting tips for tomato and peppers
TOMATOES All gardeners take pride in vine-ripened tomatoes. In addition to traditional red tomatoes, you can grow tomatoes that ripen to yellow, orange, and even purple. Small cherry tomatoes are ideal for salads and fleshy paste tomatoes cook into a […]
Heirloom Vegetables and Tomatoes
In the 70’s, my father would pack all of us in the station wagon, and drive for what seemed an eternity to visit my relatives. I was pretty young, but I can remember two details quite vividly. My brother getting […]
Pumpkin dies off during growing
Pumpkin Disease Update – (Rick Latin) – Many growers have expressed concern over an apparent lack of fruit set in their pumpkins. As you know, poor fruit set is not likely due to an infectious disease problem. High daytime […]
Tomato Growing Guide
If you already know tomatoes, you might want to shred this booklet and use it as mulch. If you’re new to growing tomatoes, but don’t want to be bothered, we can keep it simple for you: plant deeply in a […]
Growing Egg plants
AubergineThe egg plant is another name for this vegetable which comes from tropical climates. It is grown in greenhouses in this country, or it may be grown in a frame from May onwards and even outside in a very sheltered […]
Growing parsley plants from seed
Parsley The point to remember about parsley is that it is certain to be needed by the cook at all times of the year. To allow for this, frequent (at least three) sowings should be made between March and September. […]
What to know when planting a Pulsatilla plant
The name was first used by Pierandrea Mattioli, a sixteenth-century Italian botanist, and physician, and possibly means ‘shaking in the wind’ (Ranunculaceae). This genus of 30 species, distinguished from Anemone only by minor botanical differences, includes some of the most […]
Build a Better Lawn from the Ground Up: What to Plant and How to Care for It
Creating a healthy, attractive lawn starts with choosing the right seed for your needs. Whether you want a traditional turfgrass or low-maintenance alternative, understanding what to plant and how to care for it can make all the difference. How to […]