QUESTION: What’s the best fertilizer for carrots? I'd like to grow some bigger carrots this year. - Patricia F GARDENING CHANNEL REPLIES: The best fertilizer for carrots is one that’s lower in nitrogen and higher in potassium and phosphate. And you’re in luck, because … [Read more...]
Do deer eat herbs?
QUESTION: Do deer eat herbs? I have a lot of deer in my neighborhood and they tend to eat a lot of landscaping. I'm wondering if it's pointless to even try an herb garden or if there's hope. Suggestions and tips? - Julie J GARDENING CHANNEL REPLIES: Whether or not a deer will … [Read more...]
Choosing a Pot Size for Herbs: a Guide
By Jennifer Poindexter Finding the right pot size for indoor or outdoor herbs can feel tricky. What a plant needs can vary depending upon the type of plant, the root system of the plant, and its growing environment. If you’re feeling uncertain about the size pot your herb … [Read more...]
How to Grow Tabasco Peppers (Capsicum Frutescens)
by Matt Gibson Did you know that you can grow tabasco peppers? Native to the Mexican state of Tabasco, the Tabasco pepper is a household name due to the famous hot sauce made in Avery Island, Louisiana. The compact, … [Read more...]
When should I fertilize my herbs?
QUESTION: When should I fertilize my herbs? Does it make a difference even? I don't want to waste fertilizer or burn the herbs either. - Lindsey E GARDENING CHANNEL REPLIES: You should let the type of fertilizer, type of herb, and growing method determine the frequency you … [Read more...]
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