Every summer the following joke circulates in Maine: Why do Mainers lock their cars in August? So people won’t dump zucchinis in the back seat! Zucchini is an easy and bountiful crop to grow. In fact, tasty slender zooks turn into oversized baseball bats almost overnight if you … [Read more...]
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Raising Backyard Chickens
If you’ve ever had a fresh egg from a backyard chicken, you know it is superior to anything you can buy in the grocery store. The yolks are much more brightly colored and tend to look almost orange in comparison to the pale yellow yolks of a store bought egg. Benefits of Raising … [Read more...]
Growing Eggplants from Seedlings to Harvest
Like its relative the green pepper and the tomato, eggplant is a warm season crop. It’s an excellent source of dietary fiber and a very good source of vitamins B1, B6, and potassium. Eggplant is also a potent antioxidant. Besides, it tastes great. If you have plenty of sunshine … [Read more...]
How to Grow Green Beans
In home vegetable garden popularity contests, green beans rank second only to tomatoes. Green beans are easy to grow, but gardeners do have to take measure to prevent diseases from damaging or destroying their bean crops. Green Bean Varieties Pole beans need support, but they are … [Read more...]
How to Grow Arugula
The fast-growing cool season green called arugula or rocquette is a favorite among gourmet chefs and home gardeners. It’s a popular addition to mesclun mixes; its musky, peppery taste adds interest to salads and soups. Arugula is rich in vitamin C and potassium. Arugula … [Read more...]
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