Broad beans are frost hardy annual vegetables that can be planted in autumn, winter or spring, and will germinate outdoors at temperatures as low as 2oC (36oF). Once germinated they will, in theory, tolerate anything down to -10oC (14oF). Also known as fava beans, these deliciously earthy pulses are incredibly easy to grow, but also…
When I first started my garden, I had no other option but to place it in the vicinity of a walnut tree. I’d heard they may be toxic to vegetables, but the tree is far enough not to significantly shade or drop leaf litter on my plants. At the end of the season, I have…
Onions are very sturdy vegetables. I would say they’re almost indestructible. Their roots are wiry and strong, built to withstand drought, overwatering, cold, and all kinds of environmental stressors.
Growing onions from seed may take a long time, but it’s worth it because it’s so easy. These little seedlings will survive neglect or overwatering, so they’re perfect for beginner gardeners. However, some gardeners panic when growing onion seedlings for the first time, because they have a tendency to flop over.
Ever since I switched to growing tomato seedlings indoors, under grow lights, I’ve noticed something strange happen to my tomato seedlings: they’re often turning purple. This has happened to my tomato seedlings at various stages of their growth, and even though it didn’t have serious consequences, it made me want to investigate.
When people look at my luxurious tiny garden, they think I spend all my time in there. In fact, most non-gardeners are under the impression that gardening is difficult and time-consuming – a hobby for retired people who have nothing but time on their hands. Well, as a professional in my mid-thirties, I can tell…
If you’re new to gardening, you’ve probably seen a dibber in YouTube videos or various resources online. This simple hand tool is essentially a stick used to poke holes when transplanting seedling plugs outside, or when sowing bigger seeds or smaller bulbs. While sowing seeds doesn’t necessarily need a dibber, creating the perfect-sized hole for…