Growing Vegetables

How to Avoid Worms in Turnips

By 4MyBoys

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Turnips, like other vegetables in the cabbage group, are especially susceptible to worms and other pests. If you're willing to put in the effort, these pests can be controlled... more »

How to Avoid Worms in Turnips and Related Plants

By marupiravi

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This treatment is good for turnips,rutabaga and radish. i don't know what kind of worms you are talking about,because there are different type of worms in turnips,rutabagas and radish. These plants are of same family. so i tried to give different ... more »

How to Become More Self Sufficient with a Country Lifestyle

By AutumnLeavz

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Has country living always been a dream of yours? With the economy the way it is, would you like to become more self sufficient? The secret is that even if you haven't moved to the country some of these steps are still very doable in a city yard ... more »

How to Donate Fresh Produce to Charity

By ProfessorSprout

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We have all been there. Our little garden produces great big yields, more than we can use. Do not let that fresh produce spoil. Donate it to your local food bank—it is easy and makes you feel good... more »

How to extend the growing season for your lettuce

By Terri Aigner

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Extend the growing season for your tender lettuces by protecting them from the late spring sun. Enjoy your salads longer!.. more »

How to Grow an Endless Supply of Onions

By HS Schulte

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Onions can be grown either from seed or from an onion "set." If you are new to growing food, you will be happy to hear that onions are one of the easiest vegetables to grow. They are members of the Alliaceae family, along with ... more »

How to Grow Green Beans on your Fence!

By AutumnLeavz

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If you want to grow fresh green beans the process is relatively easy. You may have seen people making elaborate structures for the beans to climb but the truth is that you can grow beans using your existing fence. This especially works well ... more »

How to grow organic tomatoes in containers

By mackmonte

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You can easily grow your own fresh, organic tomatoes, even in the smallest gardens!.. more »

How to grow tomatoes from a seed/ harvest vegetable seeds

By AutumnLeavz

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It may be easier to go by your local garden store for starter vegetables, but the satisfaction and reward of starting them yourself is well worth it. Not to mention the money you will save on starter plants as well as on shopping from the ... more »

How to guide for Harvesting Vegetables.

By GreenGardenChic

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Summer is in full bloom and the vegetable garden is starting to feel like a chore? Here are some simple tips for how to harvest some of late summers most popular crops and when veggies should be picked for the best flavor... more »

How to Harvest Bell Peppers

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Bell peppers are a cultivar of Capsicum annuum, commonly known as chiles. However, bell peppers have been given a recessive gene to prevent capsaicin from being produced, which this species normally does. Bell peppers are not at all hot and also ... more »

How to Harvest Bok Choy

By ProfessorSprout

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Bok choy, which belongs to the cabbage family, contains the cancer-thwarting compound common to cruciferous foods. It is also a viable vegetable source of beta-carotene, calcium and folate. Growing bok choy is also very easy, as it thrives in all ... more »

How to Make a Squash Stem Whistle

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Every year, squash plants offer great summer treats. Not only can you eat the vegetable and the blossom, you can also make a great whistle. The hollow stems of squash plants offer a fun and quick way to make a unique sounding whistle. Your kids ... more »

How to Plant a BBQ Garden.

By GreenGardenChic

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The perfect grilling garden dad's will love. Since most BBQ's are kept on the deck or patio, it makes sense to grow this garden in containers. Keep a pair of scissors nearby, so the chef can easily snip and go... more »

How to Plant a Gazpacho Garden.

By GreenGardenChic

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Reign in the summer garden fresh produce with this classic Spanish dish. Traditionally served as a cold soup, this is one perfect meal for a hot summer evening... more »

How to Protect Individual Young Garden Plants From Deer and Rabbits

By TGoode

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Young garden or bedding plants are very vulnerable and need protection when first planted. A quick nibble or taste by a deer or rabbit may take most of the plant wasting the money you spent and the hard work you invested in planting. When the ... more »

How to Successfully Grow Organic Potatoes

By wendyr

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Home grown potatoes are the freshest, most delicious potatoes that you'll ever eat. Growing organic potatoes in your garden is easy. Your home grown potatoes will be healthier for you than store bought potatoes that are not organic and were ... more »

How to Successfully Grow Tomato Plants

By wendyr

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Here are some useful tips for getting larger, healthier looking, and more abundant tomatoes out your garden. Plus some advice about what to look out for to prevent disease and pests from taking over your tomato plants... more »

How to Test Your Soil for Proper Drainage

By cakewalk

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Knowing your soil and the drainage for it will give you better results in the garden... more »

How to Understand Fertilizer

By Dr. Christopher J. Kline

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This article provides easy to follow information on how to select, compare and use fertilizer. It is important to understand the components of the fertilizer so that brands can be compared and the proper blend can be chosen and applied in the ... more »

How to Water a Garden While on Vacation

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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After all the hard work that goes into planting a vegetable garden, no one wants it to dry up and die while on vacation. There's always the option of having a neighbor water your precious plants, but having a consistent system in place can do the ... more »

How to Control Garden Pests Naturally

By Dr. Christopher J. Kline

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Many gardners would rather use natural products to control pests, but are confused about developing an overall strategy for natural pest control. This article will investigate some effective options for controlling pests without toxic chemicals. ... more »

How to Decide What Vegetables You Want to Grow

By AutumnLeavz

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So you've decided to raise your first garden. Thoughts may already be running through your mind about where to put it and how much space. Those thoughts are wonderful. When you decide how much space you have to work with you need to decide WHAT ... more »

How to Get Seeds From an Artichoke

By rkayne

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This is how you can grow your own artichokes and get them to seed so you can produce you own from home grown seeds... more »

How to Grow Tomato Plants!

By AutumnLeavz

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Tomatoes seem to be the number one gardening choice for home gardeners, especially ones just starting out. Once you have planted your tomatoes these are a few steps to take daily to be sure it stays healthy and produces tasty fruit all season long!.. more »

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