Have you ever considered growing parsnips (Pastinaca sativa)? Okay, are you even sure what parsnips are? If you're one of the uninitiated, consider this Parsnips 101. What Are Parsnips? Not sure what a parsnip is? Don't feel bad, a lot … Continue reading
Considering growing parsnips? Here's just about everything you need to know to get started growing this sweet, nutritious, cold-hardy root vegetable. Or, if you're looking for general tips and hints, check out this article on how to grow parsnips. … Continue reading
If you're looking for more heart-healthy fall vegetables to grow, try growing kale (Brassica oleracea / Cruciferae). Another cruciferous vegetable related to cabbage, Brussels sprouts, broccoli and cauliflower, kale is basically a non-heading species of cabbage that's incredibly cold resistant … Continue reading
Growing Brussels Sprouts 101 Growing Brussels sprouts is like growing tiny, snack-sized cabbages on miniature palm trees. A cool-season crop that's relatively easy to grow, Brussels sprouts are nutritious, cruciferous (Brassica oleracea / Cruciferae) vegetables related to kale, cauliflower, broccoli, … Continue reading
Growing cabbage is a frugal and sustainable way to tap into the many gardening and nutritional benefits of this cool-season crop. Related to kale, cauliflower, broccoli and Brussels sprouts, cabbage (Brassica oleracea), is a productive and versatile cruciferous vegetable that's … Continue reading
This year I bought a few small ornamental cabbage plants and flowering kale for some humdrum borders I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do with. After pretty much ignoring them immediately after putting them in the ground, I'm shocked … Continue reading
Okay, just because fall's cold weather is here doesn't mean it's time to put away those garden tools. Make your own cloches from these easy-to-find recyclable materials and you'll do your part for sustainable, local gardening! How to Make … Continue reading
Keeping a fall garden can seem a bit intimidating — especially if you live in a cooler area to begin with — but if you pick the right vegetables (and use handy gardening supplies like cloches and cold frames) growing fall … Continue reading
What is a Cloche? Cloches (also called bell jars or row covers) are portable protectors. Like small cold frames, they protect plants and are often used in winter and fall gardens (or to protect tender seedlings in early spring). While … Continue reading
