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Are you thinking about growing Brussels sprouts this year for a winter harvest? Well now is the time to plant those seeds! Brief description: Brussels sprouts are a cabbage-like vegetable and are part of the mustard family. They have a richer, less bitter taste than cabbage, though. Where to Plant Brussels Sprouts: Plant in fertile, well-drained soil in Read More >>
My daughter The Girl Who Thinks She’s a Bird has been planting sunflowers ever since she could walk. I’m not sure who loves them more, her or the birds that come along at the end of each summer and peck at the seeds. Not only are they beautiful to look at, but they are great Read More >>
Will you be planting corn this year? If so, now’s the time to plant. Here is a quick tutorial on how to grow corn – start to finish. This year I’m trying a couple of varieties some for eating fresh and some ornamental for my fall table as well. It’s going to be fun! Brief Read More >>
Did you have trouble growing veggies last year? Every once in a while, I’ll have a bad gardening year. Sometimes it’s beyond my control {i.e. squirrels or other critters getting into my plants} and sometimes, I’ll look back and be like, “Whoops, I can totally see how I screwed this year up.” Gardening is definitely Read More >>
This morning I planted my cucumber seeds! I started 2 flats using some of my DIY Potting Soil blend. This year, I am growing Marketmore, Lemon, and Burpless. It’s been a while since I’ve grown lemon cucumbers so I’m looking forward to them. Brief description: Cucumbers are part of the gourd family. They grow from a creeping Read More >>
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