Planet Veggie Garden

…no, no…not for the trendiest new beverage but a method to save seeds from this season’s most prized tomatoes…Or if you happened to pick up a delicious heirloom from the farmer’s market.
What better way to move towards sustainable gardening than to save your own seeds. Another plus is that as you save seeds from the [...]

   row of Bok Choy seed starts

Not only is it very economical to grow veggies from seeds, you also have access to much more variety. And, it’s not all that difficult to do.
The precise requirements vary from variety to variety so it’s important to check the seed packet for specific instructions.
Variations include how deep the seed [...]

So you’re juggling tomatoes and twirling zucchini. It’s enough to keep up with the summer harvest.
Just as all the retail ads are coming out with “back to school” sales now, it’s time to think about your fall crops.
One place to start is to know your “growing zone”. The USDA has a Plant Hardiness Zone [...]

..means planting ahead.
I mean really, who thinks of broccoli in July and August when you have tender beans and zippy peppers and juicy tomatoes and crispy cucumbers – not to mention all the sweet stone fruit?
Since we’re trying to up our production, planning ahead is essential so I heeded the recommended Fall planting schedule [...]