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Planting Turnip Seeds: How to Give Turnip Plants a Strong Start

Apr 7, 2024Lindsay OlinVegetablesbrassicas, cool-season, edible gardening, fall gardening, gardening, gardening tips, growing food, homegrown, leafy greens, plant care, planting seeds, root vegetables, turnips, vegetable garden

Are you ready to discover how to plant turnip seeds and grow the best root veggies you’ve ever tasted? Turnips are hearty and nutritious root vegetables that have been cultivated for centuries. They’re one of the first crops ready to harvest in spring, and both the roots and leaves are edible and oh-so-delicious. In general, growing turnips from seed is remarkably straightforward. These low-maintenance root vegetables grow best in cool weather.

How to Grow Lettuce From Seeds: The Ultimate Guide

Apr 5, 2024Lindsay OlinVegetablescompanion planting, container gardening, cool-season, edible gardening, gardening, gardening tips, growing food, homegrown, leafy greens, lettuce, plant care, planting seeds, vegetable garden

Lettuce is a rewarding and low-maintenance crop for your home veggie garden. The plants are fast-growing and incredibly versatile, fitting well into many different garden environments. Learn all about how to grow lettuce from seeds and enjoy the freshest, most flavorful homegrown greens from your own garden.

Proven Ways to Grow Bok Choy Successfully

Mar 18, 2024Lindsay Olin3 CommentsVegetablesbok choy, brassicas, cool-season, edible gardening, gardening, gardening tips, growing food, homegrown, leafy greens, plant care, planting seeds, vegetable garden

Bok choy is a delicious and nutritious leafy green vegetable that grows best in the cool weather of spring and fall. The plants grow quickly and are ready to harvest in one or two months, depending on the variety. Discover the best tips and tricks for growing bok choy at home.

8 Super Useful Tricks for Growing Asparagus From Seed

Feb 27, 2024Lindsay Olin1 CommentVegetablesasparagus, cool-season, edible gardening, gardening, gardening tips, growing food, homegrown, perennial vegetables, perennials, plant care, planting seeds, seed starting, vegetable garden

Growing asparagus from seed is very rewarding but requires plenty of patience. Asparagus plants need two to three years before they’ll be ready to harvest. However, planting asparagus seeds is often more cost-effective than buying mature crowns. In this article, you’ll discover how to grow asparagus, where to plant asparagus, and many more helpful tips and tricks for starting an asparagus patch in your home garden.

How To Plant Cauliflower From Seed: A Complete Guide

Feb 6, 2024Lindsay Olin4 CommentsVegetablesbrassicas, cauliflower, cool-season, edible gardening, gardening, gardening tips, growing food, homegrown, plant care, planting seeds, vegetable garden

This step-by-step guide on how to plant cauliflower covers the entire growing process, from selecting the perfect cauliflower variety for your region to nurturing your plants until they reach their full potential. Although cauliflower is best known for its large, edible flower head, the leaves are also wonderfully delicious and highly nutritious. By following these simple tips and tricks, you’ll enjoy a bountiful harvest that will leave you feeling like a true cauliflower connoisseur!

How to Grow Beets Indoors: 6 Super Simple Tips

Jan 6, 2023Lindsay Olin2 CommentsVegetablesbeet greens, beetroot, beets, container gardening, cool-season, edible gardening, gardening, gardening tips, growing food, homegrown, indoor gardening, indoor plants, leafy greens, plant care, planting seeds, superfoods, vegetable garden

Learn how to grow beets indoors and enjoy a year-round supply of delicious beetroot and beet greens. Beets have a relatively short growing season and are ready to harvest within 40-65 days, depending on the variety. Beet greens are ready to harvest in about 35 days.

The Ultimate Guide To Growing Carrots Indoors

Dec 15, 2022Lindsay Olin3 CommentsVegetablescarrots, container gardening, cool-season, edible gardening, gardening, gardening tips, growing food, homegrown, plant care, planting seeds, root vegetables, vegetable garden

If you’ve been thinking about giving indoor gardening a try, carrots are a perfect candidate. They’re low-maintenance and fast-growing, and your efforts will get rewarded with a delicious carrot harvest in as little as two months. All you’ll need for growing carrots indoors is a large container with drainage holes, nutrient-rich potting soil that drains well, and a sunny location.

4 Easy Steps to Winterize Garden Beds

Oct 30, 2022Lindsay OlinHow-To'scompost, cool-season, fall cleanup, gardening, gardening tips, mulch, plant care, winterize

Learn how to winterize garden beds. Staying on top of your fall garden cleanup is crucial for maintaining the health of your perennial plants, shrubs, trees, and soil. However, clearing away every scrap of plant matter is not necessary or beneficial. In this post, you’ll find out how to winterize a garden while helping pollinators and other wildlife.

10 Fantastic Herbs to Plant in Fall

Oct 1, 2022Lindsay Olin1 CommentHerbscool-season, edible gardening, fall gardening, gardening, gardening tips, growing food, herb garden, herbs, homegrown, plant care, planting seeds

A wide variety of herbs flourish in the cool autumn weather. Culinary herbs to grow in fall include cilantro, tarragon, chives, and oregano, among others. Discover some of the best herbs to plant in fall and learn how to keep them thriving in your herb garden or containers.

7 Indispensable Tricks for Growing Swiss Chard from Seed

Sep 23, 2022Lindsay Olin8 CommentsVegetablescontainer gardening, cool-season, edible gardening, gardening, gardening tips, growing food, homegrown, leafy greens, plant care, planting seeds, Swiss chard, vegetable garden

Swiss chard is a delicious leafy green vegetable that’s easy to grow and keeps producing all season long. These low-maintenance plants are more heat-tolerant than other salad greens and can tolerate freezing temperatures. All they need is well-draining soil rich in organic matter and plenty of water and sunshine. Here are a few essential gardening tips that will make growing Swiss chard at home feel effortless.