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April 12, 2021

Choose sweet onion varieties for enjoying raw or cooked within a few weeks after harvest. Storage types keep much longer, and will last until the...

How to Grow Onions

April 12, 2021

Choose sweet onion varieties for enjoying raw or cooked within a few weeks after harvest. Storage types keep much longer, and will last until the following spring in the right conditions. All onions are...

How to Grow Lettuce

April 08, 2021

Lettuce grows best in cool weather in the spring and fall, but it can be grown in the summer, and all winter long in milder...

How to Grow Lettuce

April 08, 2021

Lettuce grows best in cool weather in the spring and fall, but it can be grown in the summer, and all winter long in milder regions. Sow short rows every 2-3 weeks following the...

How to Grow Leeks

April 08, 2021

Leeks are a valuable addition to the garden because they can be used instead of pungent storage onions from October until April. Even in heavy...

How to Grow Leeks

April 08, 2021

Leeks are a valuable addition to the garden because they can be used instead of pungent storage onions from October until April. Even in heavy soils, leeks are easy to grow and have lots...

How to Grow Kohlrabi

April 08, 2021

This close relative of the cabbage was bred over centuries to develop a flattened "meristem" over a taproot that descends into the soil. Sometimes referred...

How to Grow Kohlrabi

April 08, 2021

This close relative of the cabbage was bred over centuries to develop a flattened "meristem" over a taproot that descends into the soil. Sometimes referred to as German turnips, kohlrabis are very rich in...

How to Grow Corn Salad

April 06, 2021

Corn Salad is a largely unknown leafy vegetable that has a long history in Europe, where it is know variously as mache, vit, fetticus, and...

How to Grow Corn Salad

April 06, 2021

Corn Salad is a largely unknown leafy vegetable that has a long history in Europe, where it is know variously as mache, vit, fetticus, and so on. Harvest individual leaves or whole rosettes. These...

How to Grow Corn

April 06, 2021

These big plants will grow in almost any soil, but getting the cob to mature is another matter. The maturity of the ears (cobs) is...

How to Grow Corn

April 06, 2021

These big plants will grow in almost any soil, but getting the cob to mature is another matter. The maturity of the ears (cobs) is not controlled by the size of the plant, nor...

How to Grow Kale and Collards

April 06, 2021

Kale contains higher levels of beta-carotene than any other green vegetable, and is also high in vitamin C and calcium. Collards are not far behind....

How to Grow Kale and Collards

April 06, 2021

Kale contains higher levels of beta-carotene than any other green vegetable, and is also high in vitamin C and calcium. Collards are not far behind. All are easy to grow, vigorous, nutritious, resistant to...

How to Grow Chickpeas

March 30, 2021

Chickpeas require 90-100 days to mature. Start them indoors approximately 4 weeks before the last average frost date. Optimal soil temperature: 10°C (50°F). Seeds sprout in 14-21 days...

How to Grow Chickpeas

March 30, 2021

Chickpeas require 90-100 days to mature. Start them indoors approximately 4 weeks before the last average frost date. Optimal soil temperature: 10°C (50°F). Seeds sprout in 14-21 days depending on conditions.

How to Grow Celery and Celeriac

March 30, 2021

Celery is a refreshing treat from the garden, and particularly flavourful when fresh. Celeriac is a variety of celery that is grown for its root,...

How to Grow Celery and Celeriac

March 30, 2021

Celery is a refreshing treat from the garden, and particularly flavourful when fresh. Celeriac is a variety of celery that is grown for its root, which can be used in a variety of dishes....

How to Grow Cauliflower

March 30, 2021

From seedling to harvest, cauliflower must grow steadily to make a large plant and curd. If growth slows, scratch additional fertilizer into the surface of...

How to Grow Cauliflower

March 30, 2021

From seedling to harvest, cauliflower must grow steadily to make a large plant and curd. If growth slows, scratch additional fertilizer into the surface of the soil around each plant. Maintain even soil moisture...

How to Grow Carrots

March 30, 2021

It’s easy to learn how to grow carrots from seed. Carrots are biennials so they use their leaves in the first year to gather energy from...

How to Grow Carrots

March 30, 2021

It’s easy to learn how to grow carrots from seed. Carrots are biennials so they use their leaves in the first year to gather energy from the sun to build a big, starchy root. This...

How to Grow Cabbage

March 30, 2021

Eating lots of cabbage may also protect the eyes from macular degeneration. To preserve its vitamins and mineral content, do not overcook cabbage. Store cut...

How to Grow Cabbage

March 30, 2021

Eating lots of cabbage may also protect the eyes from macular degeneration. To preserve its vitamins and mineral content, do not overcook cabbage. Store cut cabbage in the refrigerator in a plastic bag with...

How to Grow Brussels Sprouts

March 29, 2021

Fresh Brussels sprouts are a superb fall and winter treat. Like broccoli, these Brassicas are full of beta-carotene, vitamin C, and fibre. After frost they become sweet,...

How to Grow Brussels Sprouts

March 29, 2021

Fresh Brussels sprouts are a superb fall and winter treat. Like broccoli, these Brassicas are full of beta-carotene, vitamin C, and fibre. After frost they become sweet, as the plants convert starches into sugar as a kind...

About Beets

March 29, 2021

Beets, like many root vegetables are biennials, which, if not harvested, will bloom in the second year of growth. One of the interesting facts about...

About Beets

March 29, 2021

Beets, like many root vegetables are biennials, which, if not harvested, will bloom in the second year of growth. One of the interesting facts about beets is they are closely related to Swiss chard,...

About Dandelions

March 29, 2021

The much maligned dandelion actually has a lot to offer. It has been vilified in our culture as the invader of lawn spaces, thrusting its...

About Dandelions

March 29, 2021

The much maligned dandelion actually has a lot to offer. It has been vilified in our culture as the invader of lawn spaces, thrusting its dazzling yellow colour into an otherwise tranquil field of...

How to Grow Beets

March 29, 2021

Beets are incredibly nutritious. Both the roots and the leaves are an excellent source of antioxidants, minerals, and vitamin C. They also contain betaine, a compound...

How to Grow Beets

March 29, 2021

Beets are incredibly nutritious. Both the roots and the leaves are an excellent source of antioxidants, minerals, and vitamin C. They also contain betaine, a compound that is essential for cardiovascular health. Eat them raw,...

How to Grow Bush Beans

March 18, 2021

Direct sow from mid-spring to early summer. Try to plant during a warm, dry spell. Soil must be warm – if it is not warm...

How to Grow Bush Beans

March 18, 2021

Direct sow from mid-spring to early summer. Try to plant during a warm, dry spell. Soil must be warm – if it is not warm enough, the seeds may rot, especially our untreated seeds....

How to Grow Asparagus

March 18, 2021

Planting asparagus seeds is an exercise in patience, but one of the most rewarding of all garden tasks. Asparagus seeds germinate slowly, and the crowns...

How to Grow Asparagus

March 18, 2021

Planting asparagus seeds is an exercise in patience, but one of the most rewarding of all garden tasks. Asparagus seeds germinate slowly, and the crowns take three seasons before they can handle being harvested....

How to Grow Arugula

March 18, 2021

Arugula is a productive, cool season, annual salad green that works best in spring and fall, and can be managed all winter under cloche protection...

How to Grow Arugula

March 18, 2021

Arugula is a productive, cool season, annual salad green that works best in spring and fall, and can be managed all winter under cloche protection where winters are mild. In hot weather, arugula tends to...

How to Grow Amaranth

March 15, 2021

Whether growing amaranth from seed for its nutritious leaves or its high-protein, gluten-free seeds, it is easy to grow in warm soil with lots of...

How to Grow Amaranth

March 15, 2021

Whether growing amaranth from seed for its nutritious leaves or its high-protein, gluten-free seeds, it is easy to grow in warm soil with lots of sunlight. Amaranth is closely related to quinoa, but also...

Planting a Bumblebee Garden

March 04, 2021

Why garden for Bumble Bees? Bumblebees are a keystone species. This means much of our ecological system hinges on the survival of bumblebees. Not just...

Planting a Bumblebee Garden

March 04, 2021

Why garden for Bumble Bees? Bumblebees are a keystone species. This means much of our ecological system hinges on the survival of bumblebees. Not just native plants rely on these furry pollinators, but also...

Growlight Garden Review

January 24, 2021

Micro-greens can be grown anywhere, at any time of year. You need to provide some basic elements like soil, moisture, and light, but that’s it....

Growlight Garden Review

January 24, 2021

Micro-greens can be grown anywhere, at any time of year. You need to provide some basic elements like soil, moisture, and light, but that’s it. You can grow them in the winter in Yellowknife,...

Mixing Soil from Scratch

January 24, 2021

In many cases pre-packaged soil from the garden centre may serve its purpose when filling containers or raised beds. It is usually manufactured in massive...

Mixing Soil from Scratch

January 24, 2021

In many cases pre-packaged soil from the garden centre may serve its purpose when filling containers or raised beds. It is usually manufactured in massive amounts by mixing various raw ingredients before bagging. Here...

Soil Basics 101

January 24, 2021

There are four central issues that offer a better understanding of garden soil and how it can be improved: Soil structure, soil components, soil life,...

Soil Basics 101

January 24, 2021

There are four central issues that offer a better understanding of garden soil and how it can be improved: Soil structure, soil components, soil life, and soil pH. Gardeners (and farmers) will benefit from...

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