Garlic is a cool-weather perennial plant commonly planted in the cool of autumn or early spring. Garlic–which is sometimes classified as an herb–is grown from cloves selected from medium to large bulbs, called heads, harvested the season before. You can plant cloves from garlic heads purchased at a grocery store or farm market as long […] More
Tuhlbaghia, commonly called society garlic, produces umbels of dainty, usually purple or white flowers, sometimes fragrant, especially at night. Flowers are tubular, each with 6 spreading petals and a small trumpet corona. Basal, strap-shaped leaves are gray-green and smell similar to onions or garlic. Get to know Tuhlbaghia – Society Garlic Where to plant Tuhlbaghia […] More
Turnips are grown as a root vegetable or for their green leaves, Turnips are a cool-season crop; they grow and taste best when they come to harvest in cool weather. The turnip is a hardy, cool-weather biennial grown as an annual. The turnip has a rosette of bright green, wavy-edged leaves that grow to 12 […] More
Onions can be grown for their green immature stems or they can be grown for their mature bulbs. These strong-smelling plants have been extremely popular for centuries. Two main types of onions are grown in the home garden: the young, green or white, bunching sorts eaten fresh and before the mature bulb has formed, and […] More
Radishes are one of the easiest crops to grow. The radish is a cool-weather crop. Harvest radishes in spring or fall for the best flavor and texture. Radish is ready to eat as few as three weeks after sowing seeds. It is easy to understand why radishes are a favorite of home gardeners. Spring radishes […] More
Growing a winter vegetable garden is a rewarding way to extend your harvest into the colder months. With the right techniques and plant selection, it’s possible to enjoy fresh vegetables all winter long. Winter gardening focuses on hardy crops, protective measures, and soil preparation to maintain productivity despite lower temperatures. Here’s how to get started, […] More
Plant spinach in cool weather. It is well suited for the spring and autumn gardens. Plant spinach before the weather warms in spring and again as the weather cools in early autumn. (When days lengthen in late spring and the weather becomes dry and hot, spinach bolts and stops making new leaves.) Spinach can be […] More
Broccolini, sometimes known as “baby broccoli,” is a hybrid vegetable that combines the qualities of broccoli and Chinese kale (gai lan). It features long, slender stems, small florets, and tender leaves, making it visually distinct from standard broccoli. The flavor is milder and sweeter, with a slight peppery note, and the entire plant is edible, […] More
New Zealand spinach is a perennial grown as a warm-weather annual. Plant New Zealand spinach in the warm part of the year when regular spinach will not grow. The two plants are not related but can be used fresh or cooked in the same way. New Zealand spinach is a warm-season leafy green that should […] More
Growing a salad in the winter garden is a rewarding way to enjoy fresh, crisp greens even during the colder months. Choose hardy, cool-weather crops like lettuce, spinach, arugula, and kale, which can withstand light frosts and thrive in lower temperatures. Plant these leafy greens in raised beds, cold frames, or containers filled with rich, […] More
Broccoli is an edible flower. Broccoli is a cool-season crop. Grow broccoli so that it comes to harvest when temperatures average no more than 75°F (23°C) each day. Broccoli heads are clusters of tightly packed flower buds waiting to open. Broccoli is a hardy biennial, grown as an annual. It is a member of the cabbage […] More
Brussels sprouts are best grown in cool weather, usually in early spring or autumn. Sprouts require from 80 to 110 days with daylight temperatures below 80ºF (27ºC) and nighttime temperatures even lower. Brussels sprouts are frost hardy and will tolerate temperatures as low as 20ºF. A frost will sweeten the flavor of Brussels sprouts. Temperatures […] More
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