Growing dill in your garden is a great way to add flavor to your meals, attract beneficial insects, and support the health of your garden. Dill is known for its tangy, slightly sweet taste and its delicate fronds, which are commonly used to flavor pickles and fish dishes.
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Grow Kohlrabi in Zone 6B
Kohlrabi is an unusual vegetable which makes it quite fun to grow. Many people have never heard of it or simply don’t know how to grow this strange-looking crop.
Whether you prefer to eat it raw in salads or roasted in the oven, kohlrabi is a fantastic vegetable to add to your garden for a longer growing season.
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Grow Brussels Sprouts in Zone 6B
Brussels Sprouts have a bad reputation as being ‘yucky’ from consumers and hard to grow for gardeners. However, this member of the Brassica family is a great addition to your garden.
I struggled with growing Brussels sprouts for years and made some major mistakes. And I wouldn't dare take any of what I grew to the farmers market…
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Growing Spinach in Zone 6B
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10 Fabulous Container Ideas for Urban Gardening
Containers are a fabulous way to grow plants. They can be used in small spaces, maximize growing space, and are efficient. Containers also add beauty to a patio, window, or walkway.
Let’s think beyond the typical ceramic pot. There are a lot of new stylish designs out there that are good for your plants and your budget!
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Growing The Best Corn in Zone 6B
Who can resist sweet corn on the cob at a summer barbeque? How about a bowl of home-grown popcorn for movie night? Corn is a great addition to any garden.
Corn does require a bit of extra care to protect it against pests and disease. Unfortunately, lots of our wildlife friends and those pesky insects love corn too!
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Growing Asparagus Year After Year in Zone 6
Asparagus is a fantastic early spring delicacy full of vitamins. It can be pricey at the grocery store, so growing your own is a good way to save money. Asparagus takes one to three years to establish itself before it is ready to harvest - but it’s proof that delicious things come to those who wait!
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Growing Winter Squash in USDA Zone 6B
Winter squashes and pumpkins are one of my favorite foods to grow in the garden. There is nothing better to celebrate the start of autumn than going out to your patch to pick some squash and pumpkins!
Squashes germinate quickly and produce robust plants. Growing pumpkins is also a great activity to do with kids who might get impatient waiting for slower plants like carrots or peppers to come up.
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Growing Sugar, Snow, and Snap Peas in Zone 6B
Peas are a member of the legume family and are delicious vegetables with high protein content and many vitamins. I love them because they are one of the first vegetables you can harvest in the spring, which makes them a great way to usher in warm weather. Peas are a cool weather crop and in Zone 6B we can get a good harvest in spring and fall.