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Sage (also Common Sage) 09 Sep, Kailee (USA - Zone 5a climate)
I have a garden indoors. With grow lights. How will that affect sage growth? I have killed one plant outdoors because of the watering cycle, and I need to know how to grow this plant indoors. Because I'm more active with my indoor plants. And I have a plant that someone in my family didn't water for 3 weeks, I'm trying to save it. Does anyone have any answers on how I should encourage its growth again?
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Luffa (also Loofah, plant sponge) 03 Sep, Jim Wolff (USA - Zone 10b climate)
I love to eat the young fruit when they are about 1" to 1.5" in diameter. But after that, let them grow until they turn completely brown on the vine. Then pick the brown (dried) fruit and soak in water a couple of minutes. The skin will peel off very easily after it has been soaked. If you do not soak them first, the skin will be more difficult to get off.
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Garlic 03 Sep, Arla (USA - Zone 10b climate)
I planted my garlic cloves in July. In Southern California I know that's probably not the right time to plant them, but it doesn't get cold here. They've already started shooting out green shoots, and I'm not sure if I should leave it just keep growing or if I should cut those shoots off to stop it from growing for now. I'm assuming I should not harvest it until like next spring. Can you offer advice on what I should do now to keep the garlic growing so that I can harvest it next spring. I'd appreciate anybody's help. Thank you
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Rhubarb 31 Aug, Ron (USA - Zone 8b climate)
First: I lived in Montana most of my life, my rhubarb is 60 to 70 years old. Now I live in Shreveport LA. I'm looking for a rhubarb that will grow here. My plant in Montana I don't want to disturb being that old.
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Carrot 27 Aug, Richard C Vance (USA - Zone 7b climate)
What is a good brand or type of carrot to pl ant for fall in zone 7
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Jerusalem Artichokes (also Sunchoke) 23 Aug, Suzy (USA - Zone 4b climate)
Are Jerusalem Artichokes perinnials? Do I need to dig up and replant in spring? Zone 4a
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Jerusalem Artichokes (also Sunchoke) 21 Aug, Milton Zelman (USA - Zone 8a climate)
I live in zone 8a. It gets very warm here, until late November. Can I store my Jerusalem Artichoke tubers in the refrigerator until I plant them spring?
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Artichokes (Globe) 19 Aug, (USA - Zone 7b climate)
If artichokes are to be treated as an annual, and you’re supposed to harvest the second year, how does that work?
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Lettuce 19 Aug, Caryn (USA - Zone 7b climate)
In zone 7b (NY) lettuce seeds can be planted outdoors Jan-March ? I know that's what the chart says, but just confirming! I always thought March was the earliest. Are there specific varieties that are best that time of year? TY!!
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Jerusalem Artichokes (also Sunchoke) 17 Aug, Jim bryan (USA - Zone 4b climate)
I live in zone 4 .I want to grow sun ray dwarf variety Jerusalem artichokes . Can I buy them now and plant now ?
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Luffa (also Loofah, plant sponge) 17 Aug, Rebecca (USA - Zone 7a climate)
Im in 7a & planted luffa in mid-April. They look great & are all over the trellis. Lots of clusters of male & female flowers. Zero established gourds yet & it's mid-August. I planted w/ the expectation of a harvest around late September mid-October. Should I be concerned by the lack of gourds at this point? It is the only thing i planted & i have a lot of time in on them. Everything looks totally healthy (this is in an organic community garden) but i'm feeling worried that this is going to end up being a race against the weather and i wont have any gourds at all? Any input, guidance, or thoughts are welcome!
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Collards (also Collard greens, Borekale) 16 Aug, Gayle in Southern MS (USA - Zone 8b climate)
Which collard green type is more tender and is there one that's easiest to grow in Southern Mississippi?
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Lettuce 10 Aug, Paul Heinzman (USA - Zone 4a climate)
Could you give me a few lettuce varieties that grow well in MN? I got a good crop of Arugula but would like some sweeter varieties. Thanks
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Asparagus 05 Aug, Bill (USA - Zone 9b climate)
What is the best asparagus variety to plant in a raised bed? I live about 1.5 miles from the ocean in ZZrroyo Grande, CA.
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Carrot 03 Aug, (USA - Zone 8a climate)
Thanks Pat for that tip. What are your favorite types of carrots to grow in 8a?
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Watermelon 24 Jul, Eric (USA - Zone 9b climate)
Caregiver can I plant watermelons in November or December zone 9
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Watermelon 27 Jul, Rich (USA - Zone 9b climate)
I do not think it will get warm enough to grow until late spring through to Oct. in Zone 9b
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Potato 17 Jul, Clifford Slater (USA - Zone 8a climate)
What potatoes can you grow in zone 8a in july/Aug.
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Potato 20 Jul, Janene (Australia - sub-tropical climate)
I’ve seen these potato varieties recommended online for zone 8 Irish Cobbler Red Pontiac Yukon Gold Caribe Cranberry Red Norchip Kennebec
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Okra (also Ladyfinger, gumbo) 12 Jul, Anonymous (USA - Zone 8b climate)
Can I plant okra for fall in area 8B?
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Okra (also Ladyfinger, gumbo) 14 Jul, (USA - Zone 8b climate)
Best to wait until March if you can
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Artichokes (Globe) 03 Jul, jenni langley (USA - Zone 8a climate)
When should I plant artichoke seeds outside?
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Artichokes (Globe) 19 Jul, Chris (Australia - sub-tropical climate)
Spring is best
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Asparagus 02 Jul, Tasha (USA - Zone 9a climate)
Best hybrid asparagus for Southwest Louisiana zone 9a
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Tomatillo 30 Jun, Elaine (USA - Zone 8b climate)
I have a volunteer plant that looks like this plant. The little paper lanterns don’t seem to have anything inside. Does it start with the paper lanter?
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Sunflower 30 Jun, Maureen McGrath (USA - Zone 8b climate)
What's the latest I can plant sunflowers in my zone?
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Asparagus 28 Jun, Jean Hamrick (USA - Zone 8a climate)
I live in Greenville SC. Zone 8a. When can I plant asparagus crowns that are three years old ?
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Turnip 26 Jun, Betty (USA - Zone 7b climate)
When can I plant turnip topper greens they do not grow turnips just the greens
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Rhubarb 24 Jun, Nicala (USA - Zone 7a climate)
Hi, I am in zone 7a and I planted a rhubarb crown here in April and it doesn't look well. I think it was getting too much sun. I dug up the crown and put in a pot of compost. It is the middle of summer here and wondering if it will be okay in the pot until fall when I can plant it somewhere that gets less sun? Should I put the pot in a cool dark place?
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Onion 20 Jun, Nicole Hofstetter (USA - Zone 7a climate)
I wanted to try to grow big texas sweet onions Can I grow them in a container (1 plant in a container) ?
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