QUESTION: How often should I water a vegetable garden? I’m planting one this year and need to know. — Alfred D. ANSWER: Because your water will get some of its sustenance from rainfall, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer to your question. However, between rainfall and … [Read more...]
13 Best Tips and Tricks for Dealing with Weeds
by Jennifer Poindexter Ask me what I hate doing the most around the garden. Go ahead, but you probably already know what I’m going to say. Yes, I hate pulling weeds. They’re the most frustrating part of the gardening experience. However, you must battle them because, if you … [Read more...]
Can You Use Flower Potting Soil for Vegetables?
QUESTION: I want to use some potting soil for flowers that I have left over from a previous project in my vegetable garden. Will the potting soil for flowers work OK on veggies? — Rhonda S. ANSWER: Your potting soil for flowers will work fine in the vegetable garden, … [Read more...]
Can you eat cauliflower leaves?
Question: Can you eat cauliflower leaves? Are they to be eaten raw? How do I use them? -Paula T. Answer: Unfortunately, many people throw out their cauliflower leaves, but they are edible and actually quite delicious. You can use the outer leaves just as you would spring … [Read more...]
Does Planting Garlic Keep Bugs Away?
Question: Does planting garlic keep bugs away? Will it help if I plant garlic on the border of my vegetable garden? -Ted L. Answer: Growing garlic in the garden does not keep bugs away, but you can use the garlic to make a homemade pesticide that will keep bugs away when it’s … [Read more...]
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