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Remember those old Ronco infomercials? “Set it and forget it” was the theme I think…that’s kind of the way I feel about perennials, a little work up front and then you just forget about them. Incorporating perennial vegetables into your garden is pretty simple. The key is making sure that you take care of Read More >>
Winter squash are like potatoes. If you store them right, they will seriously last you most of the winter–at least until you can get out and grow yourself some cool weather kale and spinach. To ensure that you get the longest life out of your squash, start by picking it at the right time. The Read More >>
Is it already time to plant garlic bulbs again? Where does the time go. It seems like it was just yesterday and I was harvesting garlic from our garden. Is it just me, or are there more things to do in the garden in the fall than in the Spring? Growing garlic is very simple Read More >>
Have you thought about your fall garden yet? This year I will be growing broccoli raab again. Why? Because it’s freakin’ delicious that’s why. 😉 I don’t even really like broccoli, but broccoli raab? Oh heck ya, bring it on. Brief description: Broccoli raab is also known as asparagus broccoli, broccoletto, rapini, or rabe, . Read More >>
If you plan on growing your own turnips for Thanksgiving dinner now is the time to plant them. We planted 2 packets of Purple Top White Globe Turnips this morning and if all goes well, we’ll be swimming in them by late November. Brief description: Turnips are a root veggie that make great fall crops Read More >>
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