Many of us remember those long winter months, when we started to plan our vegetable gardens for next summer. We gathered the seed catalogs, bought our potting soil, and set our flats in front of the sunniest window in the house, so we’d be ready when the soil warmed up enough in the spring to ...
In order for seeds to germinate, they need the proper combination of oxygen, moisture, temperature, and sometimes light. As the seed takes up water, it activates enzymes that direct the germination process. The seed absorbs the water, expands, and then the seed coat opens to allow the shoot or sprout to emerge. Oxygen, which increases ...
In a window flower box as shallow as 6 inches, you can grow shallow rooted fruit and vegetable plants. Imagine opening a window from inside your home to collect fresh produce for a meal. Choose a window box with drain holes (or drill holes yourself) that is at least 6 inches wide and 6 inches ...
Growing bok choy in your garden is very easy and rewarding. Bok choy is also called Chinese cabbage and is used in many Asian recipes such as seafood, beef, chicken and pork stir fries. It is also used in many soups and stews. Bok choy is a cool weather crop that does best in early ...