By Jennifer Poindexter If you live in an area with a shorter growing season, it matters how long something takes to reach harvest. This is a concern because if something takes too long, you may not have a large enough window to enjoy it. Herbs frequently come into question … [Read more...]
What kind of fertilizer should I use for herbs?
QUESTION: What kind of fertilizer should I use for herbs? Do you need a particular brand or type or does any fertilizer work? - Anne Y GC REPLIES: There are a few specifications you should look for in fertilizer when caring for your herbs. First, it’s important that you … [Read more...]
Can I use garden soil for indoor plants?
QUESTION: Can I use garden soil for indoor plants? They have a bunch of bags of it on sale at my local Home Depot, so I could buy a lot of it for cheap and get all my plants repotted. - Willa N ANSWER: No, it definitely not recommended to use garden soil for indoor plants. The … [Read more...]
Herbs that Grow Well with Rosemary
By Jennifer Poindexter Are you a fan of companion planting and looking for something new to grow alongside your rosemary plants? If so, you’ll be pleased to know that you have quite a few options to choose from. But what if you’re new to companion planting? Don’t worry … [Read more...]
What’s the best soil for herbs in pots?
QUESTION: What’s the best soil for herbs in pots? I want to grow some container herbs this year and I'd like to give them a good chance of succeeding. - Janet B ANSWER: When growing herbs in containers, well-draining is the keyword for everything from the soil to the container … [Read more...]
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