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Salad Greens

Salad greens include lettuce, arugula, and mesclun mixes that are perfect for a homegrown salad. This section covers the essentials for cultivating your own tender salad leaves.

Why Is Lettuce Growing Tall? Bolting Explained
Salad Greens

Why Is Lettuce Growing Tall? Bolting Explained

ByAdriana Sim January 22, 2022October 9, 2024

We’ve all been there before – the weather is finally improving, the garden is bursting with new growth and all is well, except – what is that? Why is your lettuce turning into a small tree? If you’re growing lettuce for the first time and wondering why it’s getting so tall, you’re in the right…

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Do You Need To Thin Arugula (Rocket)?
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Do You Need To Thin Arugula (Rocket)?

ByAdriana Sim November 14, 2021November 1, 2023

Arugula (or rocket) is one of the easiest greens you can grow if you’re blessed with long springs and autumns. Sprinkle the seeds in rows, like you would with carrots, or sow arugula in a container and you’ll get a harvest in as little as 40 days. When sowing those tiny arugula seeds, it’s hard…

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Will Lettuce Grow Back Once Cut? 3 Ways to Harvest Lettuce
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Will Lettuce Grow Back Once Cut? 3 Ways to Harvest Lettuce

ByAdriana Sim April 26, 2021November 1, 2023

Lettuce is one of the most versatile vegetables in our daily menus – it’s difficult to imagine a meal without a salad on the side. So how can we make sure we get a continuous supply of these lovely leafy greens? Does lettuce regenerate after harvest, and if so, how long does it keep cropping?

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Can You Grow Lettuce in the Shade?
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Can You Grow Lettuce in the Shade?

ByAdriana Sim April 12, 2021November 1, 2023

Is a building or a tree shading your garden or backyard? Do you want to start growing some simple vegetables, like lettuce, but worry they won’t get enough sunlight to grow and mature? Well, you’re in luck. Lettuce is one of the easiest vegetables to grow, and it does well in the shade.

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Arugula Bolting: What Can You Do About It?
Salad Greens

Arugula Bolting: What Can You Do About It?

ByAdriana Sim December 15, 2020November 15, 2024

Arugula is a cold-weather crop that is incredibly fast-growing, hence the name “rocket” salad. It’s one of our favorite leafy greens to throw in our salads and pestos.

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  • Leafy Greens
    • Salad Greens
    • Asian Greens
    • Brassicas
    • Herb Bunch
    • Stalky Greens
  • Roots & Bulbs
    • Main Roots
    • Tubers
    • Alliums
    • Radishes
    • Other Roots
  • Summer Veg
    • Tomatoes
    • Peppers & Chilies
    • Eggplants
    • Cucumbers
    • Squashes
    • Podded Veggies
  • Fruits & Flowers
    • Berries
    • Flowers
  • Soil Health
    • Composting Basics
    • Soil Care
    • Natural Fertilizers
    • Pest Control
  • Gardening Tips
    • Seed Starting
    • Seedling Care
    • Garden Layout
    • Watering Tips
    • Seasonal Care
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