Key takeaways When a garden plant finishes producing, the roots left behind still have work to do. Leaving roots in soil allows them to decompose naturally, which adds organic matter, improves soil structure, and feeds beneficial organisms underground. The recommended...
For most home potato crops, the best fabric grow bags for potatoes are 15- to 20-gallon bags, with room for about 5-6 large seed potatoes or 7-10 smaller ones. Fill the bag about one-third full with a 50/50 mix of moistened garden soil and compost, place seed pieces 4...
A deep raised bed can start with wood, not a truckload of soil. The hugelkultur method for deep raised beds layers logs and branches beneath smaller organic materials, compost, planting soil, and mulch. Oklahoma State University Extension recommends filling...
Can an arch trellis hold a crop of cucumbers and squash without sagging or tipping? It can, but the right setup depends on what you’re growing. Cucumbers and vining squash can grow vertically, while bush-type zucchini generally isn’t suited to an arch. If you’re...
Key takeaways A North Florida vegetable garden can produce food year-round, but only when gardeners avoid a handful of common mistakes. The biggest failures come from planting at the wrong time of year, skipping soil preparation, choosing varieties not suited for the...
