Most people are familiar with basil in its dried, crushed form. Some are familiar with it in its fresh form as well. So how do you get it from fresh to dried? It's not hard at all and requires no special tools or equipment. There are two options for drying basil: air drying and … [Read more...]
Preventing Bolted Lettuce
The term “bolting” is a confusing one for new gardeners. Most have heard the term “gone to seed,” but few have heard “bolting.” Simply put, bolting is when plants begin to go to seed – they start putting all their energy into growing reproductive organs (seeds, flowers, … [Read more...]
Bean Pests: How to Identify and Control
Green beans are one of the simplest garden vegetables to grow, producing a bountiful crop with very little care. Most bean pests are easily controlled through natural means and rarely require the use of pesticides. Watch for the following pests in your bean patch: Aphids Aphids … [Read more...]
Corn Earworms: How to Prevent and Control
Corn earworms are a bane to both home gardeners and commercial farmers alike. In fact, they cause more damage to corn crops than any other insect and are found throughout the continental U.S. In addition to corn, corn earworms eat at least 16 other cultivated crops and over 100 … [Read more...]
Corn Diseases: How to Identify and Control
Fresh-picked corn is one of the true pleasures of summer, but for many gardeners, bringing a crop of corn to harvest is a challenge. Corn takes up a lot of space in the garden and must be planted in a block so wind can pollinate it. It is a heavy feeder, requiring frequent … [Read more...]
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