by Jennifer Poindexter What is your favorite flower? I have many, but one of my favorites to grow is a sunflower. They come in many varieties which vary in color and size. When growing just about any plant you learn a few lessons the hard way. However, every mistake happens … [Read more...]
What Is Wrong With My Parsnips?
Question: I can't determine what is happening to my parsnips. Could it be aphids? What is wrong with my parsnips? -Tim J. Answer: Not much is likely to go wrong with your parsnip crop if it is well-grown as part of a crop rotation. Several diseases, such as downy mildew and … [Read more...]
How do you harvest, cure and peel shallots?
Question: I think my shallots are ready to harvest. Now what? How do you harvest, cure and peel shallots? -Paul R. Answer: Once your shallots are ready for harvest, dig them up, and brush the soil off of them by hand. Avoid the urge to wash the shallots, as your main … [Read more...]
How Do You Propagate Shallots?
Question: How do you propagate shallots? Can I do this easily? -Leslie W. Answer: To propagate your shallots, first, dig them up when they are mature and the tops have yellowed and started to fall. In loose soil, shallots can be easily pulled up by hand. Each cluster is made … [Read more...]
How Do You Care For Parsnips?
Question: How do you care for parsnips? Is it like growing carrots? -Pamela C. Answer: A hardy biennial, parsnips are usually grown as an annual root crop.They look similar to carrots, only they’re usually a shade of white and oftentimes thicker. Unfortunately, I don’t lump … [Read more...]
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