How to Trellis Tendrilers (Cucumbers, Peas, and Many Squash Varieties) Tendrils are more likely to cling to organic materials like a twine trellis or wood lattice, rather than metal surfaces. A metal trellis can be made more friendly to a tendril climber by wrapping...
The square-foot gardening method is a type of raised-bed gardening where you plant in 4×4-foot blocks instead of in traditional rows. Different crops are planted in different blocks according to their size, for example 16 radishes in one square foot or just one...
Cabbage grows best in cool weather. Plant it in the spring so it will be ready to harvest before the summer heat comes, or in mid to late summer so it will be ready to harvest during the cool days of autumn, winter, or early spring. How long does it take to grow...
Do you fancy a mini meadow garden? There has been a recent surge of interest in people letting part of their lawns grow wild because it is aesthetically pleasing and can assist local wildlife. This shift in thinking began around 10 years ago when people were first...
What is a seed starting mix? If you visit a nursery, you will notice that there are two types of seed-starting mixes. First, they are not cheap. An 8-quart bag typically costs more than you might think, but it does not hold enough seeds to sow an entire tray. Some...
