Question: Do sweet potato plants need to flower? Is there a way to determine if the sweet potato plants will produce flowers? -Kevin B. Answer: Not all sweet potato plants flower as part of their growth cycle near the end of the growing season. But, some sweet potato plants … [Read more...]
Do You Cut Back Globe Artichokes?
Question: Do you cut back globe artichokes? I'm trying to learn which vegetables will be more productive with pruning. -Beth S. Answer: Yes, artichoke plants need to be pruned several times during each growing season. Cutting back the artichokes, which grow as thick giant … [Read more...]
8 Eggplant Growing Mistakes to Avoid (and Solutions)
by Jennifer Poindexter Have you ever noticed there are some plants you see in almost every garden? It’s normal to see tomatoes, peppers, lettuce, squash, and cucumbers. One plant which is becoming a new staple in the garden is eggplant. If you’re considering adding it to … [Read more...]
17 Most Nutritious Vegetables You Should Grow Yourself
by Jennifer Poindexter When planting your garden, what things do you take into consideration? Do you consider which vegetables taste the best? Perhaps, you consider, which vegetables grow the easiest? One thing you might want to consider is which vegetables are the most … [Read more...]
Can You Eat Cauliflower With Black Spots?
Question: Can you eat cauliflower with black spots? Is it going bad? -Heather G. Answer: Cauliflower that has been stored for a while is likely to develop light brown freckle-like spots on the heads of the florets. The reason for the discoloration is oxidation, which occurs … [Read more...]
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