What are nematodes? Nematodes, commonly referred to as roundworms, are microscopic, unsegmented worms that exhibit a simple, tubular body structure....
I love picking asparagus straight from the garden and eating it fresh. It’s one of the best reminders of spring turning to summer. Asparagus is a perennial vegetable that can produce annual springtime harvests for up to 20 years, following an initial three-year period while the bed gets established after planting. It’s a popular vegetable, so I’m sure many of you are growing it in your gardens. That’s why I’ve come up with some general facts and care tips about asparagus:
Jim Carrey must’ve hated vegetables as a kid, maybe he still does, and I bet he reminiscences gulping down a plate-full whenever he’s required to look obnoxious onscreen! I hated most vegetables myself; I’ll bet you did too!
Spinach is one of the world’s most popular green vegetables, thanks largely to one Popeye-the sailor and of course, its amazing nutritional wealth! Spinach is rich in iron, potassium, vitamin A, vitamin K and proteins.
Grafted tomatoes might just appear bigger than the regular ones, but there’s more to them than their large size- grafted tomatoes are tomatoes with super powers! They have a faster growth rate, great vigor and excellent resistance to diseases.
The main course, Butternut Squash Lasagna wasn’t something I’d tried before, but since we all loved it so very much, I just couldn’t keep myself from sharing this sumptuous squash recipe.
Easy on the eye, and to maintain, Clover is a wonderful choice for ground covers. Clover plants have an inherent resistance to weeds and the ability to thrive in poorly drained, shady locales, conditions, that few other plants can survive in.
Blackberries- tiny, attractive berries packed with great taste and plenty of nutrients! Growing blackberries is an uncomplicated, fun filled process. What’s more? Blackberry plants are easy to manage and will add to your garden’s charm. Take a look at some of the key uses and health benefits of blackberries.
Sunflower Seeds offer one of the simplest ways of luring wildlife into your lives. A perfect blend of taste and nutrition, sunflower seeds are a magnet for a variety of bird species, including hummingbirds, goldfinches, blue jays, woodpeckers and cardinals. But simply scattering the seeds on the windowsills won’t do the trick.
Everybody who’s been a kid, or is one still, has a special place in his heart for fruits, especially small fruits and berries! And as much as I love my Play Station, picking berries and grapes still ranks higher in the list of things I’ve had most fun doing.
Why don’t they have a wider, more carefully laid out pathway or better still, a tougher ground cover? Yes, a tougher ground cover, one you can walk on, the kids can run and roll on, and your beloved kitty or dog can catch some fresh air on!
Summer… It’s the most exuberant time of the year. And it’s here! The warm, sunny days are perfect for catching up with friends and spending quality time with your family.
Elegant, classy and so ever so presentable, Zinnias can be rightfully called the ladies of the plant kingdom. These vibrant beauties bring an old world charm to modern garden settings that is pleasantly peculiar and very delightful. And here’s the best part- Growing Zinnias is exceptionally easy!