Horticulture

When buying popcorn and corn on the cob from the grocery store, most of us are thinking about enjoying them with dinner or a movie. But they can be grown in your own garden. Here is how to grow corn f..

No movie night is complete without a bowl of popcorn. How cool would it be to watch your favourite movie, while eating popcorn from your own garden? This article will tell you how to grow corn for pop..

If you are a fan of sweet potatoes, why not try growing the purple varieties? Similar to white sweet potatoes in texture but with a deep purple flesh, purple sweet potatoes are a great way to add dive..

When you harvest your parsnips, do you pull out a knotted or deformed root? It is just as frustrating when the root has forked and breaks off in the ground. Deformed parsnips are common in many garden..

When people ask "how to grow parsnips from cuttings," they are often disappointed that you cannot grow a new parsnip by planting the top. But you will grow a flowering plant that makes a beautiful add..

Do you want to grow your own parsnips, but don't have a big enough garden? Or are you attracted by the idea of grow bags? Parsnips are a great treat on holidays and throughout the year. Let's look at ..

Sweet potatoes can be an exciting growing adventure for new and experienced gardeners alike. Even though they need a long season of warm weather, don't let this discourage you from trying them even if..

Red potatoes are a delight in the kitchen and the garden. They are easy to grow and, given the best conditions, will produce an abundant crop at harvest time. Let's look at how to grow red potatoes in..

How deep does the soil need to be to grow sweet potatoes? This is an important question if you want to cultivate sweet potatoes in a planter or container. It is also important to know how deep to prep..

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