Quick answer: Corn and maize are the same plant — Zea mays. "Corn" is the everyday word used in the US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. "Maize" is the scientific, international, and British English term. Both are correct; it simply depends on where you are and what context … [Read more...]
Common Lawn Mushrooms: 3 That Are Poisonous and 6 That Are Safe
By Erin Marissa Russell Found a mushroom growing in your yard? Before you touch it, know what you're looking at. Some of the most dangerous mushrooms in North America look deceptively ordinary — bright white, clean, even pretty. This guide covers the 3 most common poisonous … [Read more...]
How Often to Water Lettuce — By Growth Stage, Season & Container
QUESTION: How often should I water my lettuce? Should I water my lettuce every day? —Paula W. ANSWER: Lettuce should be watered not daily but instead about twice a week, or once every four or five days, for most of its growing period. It will need to be watered lightly but … [Read more...]
How To Grow Napa Cabbage (Brassica rapa subsp. pekinensis)
By Jennifer Poindexter Chinese cabbage comes in two different varieties. There’s Napa cabbage which is a heading variety and there’s Bok choy which is a non-heading variety. We’re going to discuss Napa cabbage. This variety is used in various dishes, but is especially known … [Read more...]
How to Grow Japanese Eggplant for a Successful Harvest
by Jennifer Poindexter Japanese eggplant is a unique vegetable used for a variety of dishes. It varies from the traditional globe eggplant grown in most US gardens. If you’re interested in growing something different, you’ve come to the right place. I’m going to walk you … [Read more...]
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