By Jennifer Poindexter Do you enjoy filling your yard or garden with classic plants? I don’t mean common classic plants. I’m talking more about plants with history. Plants like the scarlet runner bean. These plants are native to the mountains of Mexico and Central America. … [Read more...]
What Should Not Be Planted Near Cabbage?
QUESTION: What should not be planted near cabbage? I’m just getting into companion planting and have seen lots of information on what should be planted near cabbage, but none on what should not. — Jay A. ANSWER: Welcome to the wonderful world of companion planting! We’ve got … [Read more...]
What type of cucumber is used for cornichons?
QUESTION: What type of cucumber is used for cornichons? I'd love to make some of these this season but regular cucumbers get too big. - Jessie V ANSWER: Before we dive into the type of cucumbers used to make cornichons, let’s first discuss what cornichons are and what makes … [Read more...]
Best Cucumbers for Crunchy Pickles, Our Favorites
By Jennifer Poindexter Would you like to make your own homemade pickles? If you’ve ever tried making them in the past and they ended up mushy, it could be because of the variety of cucumber used. Which type of cucumber you grow to make pickles can have an impact as to how … [Read more...]
When to Pick Your Cucumbers from the Garden, Explained
By Jennifer Poindexter Do you enjoy growing cucumbers around your garden? Have you struggled to find the perfect time to pick the harvest? Growing cucumbers is a simple task but knowing when to harvest them can be tricky. If you harvest too early, you may not receive a … [Read more...]
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