QUESTION: I need to know whether the flowers on onion plants are poisonous. My kids play in the yard around the garden, and there are so many onion plants flowering there. — Vivian L. ANSWER: Onion flowers are not poisonous. On the contrary, they are actually edible. However, … [Read more...]
Is ozonated water safe for plants?
QUESTION: Is ozonated water safe for plants? I have a machine that makes ozone water, and I know it's good for disinfecting things and cities even use it to treat municipal water. But is it ok for watering my plants with? - Geraldine P. ANSWER: Yes, it is perfectly safe to … [Read more...]
What exactly are microgreens?
QUESTION: What exactly are microgreens? I keep reading about them, but they look like sprouts to me. Are they a certain plant or what's the deal? - Jeffrey F ANSWER: Microgreens are NOT the same as sprouts, but they're a little bit similar. Both are immature versions of a full … [Read more...]
How to Use Cover Crops with a Home Garden
by Jennifer Poindexter Have you ever wondered how to use cover crops in your garden? Whether you need to revamp a large garden area, or if you’re trying to garden organically, utilizing cover crops could be a great benefit to you. If you’re new to this idea, you’ve come to … [Read more...]
Growing Buckwheat as a Garden Cover Crop
by Jennifer Poindexter Are you considering raising buckwheat as a cover crop for your garden? Cover crops provide an array of benefits. They can protect your soil from erosion or weeds which seek to invade your grow space. Plus, they’re a great way to naturally add … [Read more...]
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