{"page":{"id":81221386374,"body_html":"\u003cp\u003eEdible Gardening | January 2022\u003cbr\u003eBy Jennifer Brennan \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChalet Horticultural Manager\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e 4 Questions to ask yourself when deciding what to grow:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat do you buy from the grocery store on a regular basis? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat meals show up on your family’s menu each month?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhich foods provide the highest value? What vegetables are expensive to buy?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat will make you happy to grow in your garden? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Top 5 tips for a successful season:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStop tilling your vegetable garden. You should have a permanent design of beds and paths in your garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDon’t shop at the big box store for seeds or seedlings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduce weeding with mulch. The secret—keeping your soil covered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep garden records.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake a map of your garden, put it in a binder and then write down everything you plant and when each season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoin a community \u0026amp; share information with other gardeners. Gardening is more fun when it’s a shared with a community of equally passionate gardeners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e #2 Mistake to avoid:  Growing things you don't eat Selecting varieties of vegetables:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chalet-nursery.shop\/collections\/seeds-1\" title=\"Chalet-nursery Chicago Vegetable Seeds\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for our online seed collection, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRenee’s Garden Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical Interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeed Saver’s Exchange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHudson Valley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Renee’s Garden philosophy:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe work hard to find the best sustainable and organic growers with the skill and expertise to produce high-quality, high germinating seeds we know we can count on to ensure our customers' success. All our varieties are Renee's personal selections, chosen for great flavor in garden to table cooking, productivity, and top garden performance for home gardeners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGardening from seed has several benefits. With seed gardening, there are more varieties available to you, you know what's going into your food because you are growing it, and you'll save money in the long run, not to mention the great satisfaction that comes with starting from seed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBotanical Interest philosophy:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e       Why start seeds indoors?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome varieties are best started indoors because they need particular conditions, and you have more control over the growing conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStarting seeds indoors extends your gardening season, allowing you to grow varieties that require longer growing times than your area's natural growing season allows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the case of perennial flowers, an early start can reap first year blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e       When is the correct time to start my seeds indoors?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical Interests uses the average last frost date as a guideline for when to sow seed. Your average last frost date is usually defined as the first day of the year when there is less than a 50% chance a frost will occur. It's also helpful to know your average first fall frost date so you can determine the number of days in your growing season as well as plan your summer and fall sowings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat types of plants should be started indoors?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlants that require a long growing season to reach maturity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cu\u003ePerennial flowers\u003c\/u\u003ethat you want to encourage to bloom in first season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cu\u003eSprouts\u003c\/u\u003eand \u003cu\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHere are some examples of varieties that would benefit from a head start indoors:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cu\u003eAsters\u003c\/u\u003e, \u003cu\u003eblack-eyed Susans (rudbeckia)\u003c\/u\u003e, \u003cu\u003ecoleus\u003c\/u\u003e, \u003cu\u003elavender\u003c\/u\u003e, \u003cu\u003eeggplants\u003c\/u\u003e, \u003cu\u003ebulbing onions\u003c\/u\u003eand \u003cu\u003eleeks\u003c\/u\u003e, \u003cu\u003epeppers\u003c\/u\u003e, \u003cu\u003etomatoes\u003c\/u\u003e, \u003cu\u003erosemary\u003c\/u\u003e, and \u003cu\u003ethyme\u003c\/u\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the inside of every Botanical Interests seed packet you will find the best              growing conditions for the variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe provide information about special care, organic gardening methods, and tips to improve your garden throughout the seasons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll that's left to do is watch your seeds grow into beautiful, healthy plants!”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Variables to consider in selection process:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisease resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDays until harvest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGermination time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeirloom vs. Hybrid Varieties:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e           HEIRLOOM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeed retrieval\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSustainablility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMemories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHYBRID\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisease resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVarieties available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReadily available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew hybrids each year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLook at the seed packets  loaded with information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVariables to consider in selection process:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisease resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDays until harvest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGermination time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Starting from Seed:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet There Be Light: For seedlings to grow properly, they need light. And lots of it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse Self-Watering Seed Starting Systems: I will never start a seed in a small peat pot again. They just dry out too fast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a Good Seed Starting Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed Your Seedlings: Most sterile planting mixes don’t have any built-in nutrients at all.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVentilation and Wind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead the Seed Packet: Most seed packets have a wealth of information\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Recommended Supplies:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil-less planting mix or seed starting mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWooden stakes to label trays or rows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeedling flats or pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThermometer for soil \u0026amp; air temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop soil, peat moss \u0026amp; perlite to transplant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater soluble fertilizer or transplanting solution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArtificial light in early season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunlight – minimum 6 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo start from seed or transplants?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSEED\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl of growing environment (organic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl of timing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTRANSPLANTS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstant gratifiction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable at proper planting time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Improve success using these tips:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeedlings need light and lots of it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse self-watering seed starting systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a good seed starting medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed your seedlings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVentilation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead the seed packets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBenefit of artificial lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e A Good Seed Starting Medium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEspoma brand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e80-90% Sphagnum Moss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerlite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimestone for pH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYucca juice to hydrate and re-hydrate well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Alternate Option – Self Watering containers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Seed starting trays and cell packs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Benefit of Artificial Lights\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLED lights are the way to grow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLED  technology is continually being developed to address these difficulties. LED Grow Lights have been designed to maximize spectrum and coverage, while minimizing wasted energy and dangerous heat. These lights meet the needs of the crops, not the other way around.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGROWLIGHT GARDEN \u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eSunBlaster \u003c\/em\u003ebrand (self-watering)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGROWLIGHT GARDEN \u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eSunBlaster \u003c\/em\u003ebrand (self-watering)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiracleLED 45W Grow Panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiracle LED bulbs and \u003cem\u003eSunBlaster\u003c\/em\u003eT5HO Combo Tubes 48”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Expert tips for “Planting Out”:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e“Harden Off”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtection from sun burn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Basic tools needed:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShovel or spade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarden fork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand trowel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering wand with “rose head”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e What to plant?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe trick is to grow what you and your children like to eat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Kid’s favorite crops:\u003cbr\u003e (try only 4-5 to begin)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarrots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCucumbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLettuce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarigolds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRadishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunflowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTomatoes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZinnias\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Getting Started:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick a garden spot\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt least 6 hours of sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetermine North side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst garden size – 10x10 maximum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig Garden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove grass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove weeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoosen soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFix pH – best 6.5 – 7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd organic matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix with spading fork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRake smooth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Planting:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e       Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake stakes with name and date planted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse line for straight rows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e       Seedlings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirm soil around root ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater \u0026amp; use transplant solution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Fertilizing: \u003cbr\u003e (organic-based vs. synthetic)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlants can not read\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrganic lasts longer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSynthetic is fast feed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore soil microbes with organic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Why is the “Frost Free Date” important?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe average date of the last freezing temperature of the season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003csup\u003e \u003c\/sup\u003eIn Chicago area – May 15\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe distinction date between “Cool” and “Warm” season annuals and vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuide for your “Planting Schedule”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Planting Schedule:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart dates:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCool season crops\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLettuce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRadishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpinach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCabbage family\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnion family\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e      Count back from Frost Free Date – May 15 – to start seeds (8 weeks)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Warm season crops\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTomatoes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeppers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSquash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Radishes (cool season)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy from seed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFun for children\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCabbage \u0026amp; Cabbage Family (cool)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCabbage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrussels Sprouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroccoli\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLettuce (cool)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaf lettuce are the easiest in this warm humid climate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowing \u0026amp; Planting Tips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart at the same time as cabbage, scallions and radishes – early cool season crops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet out plants started in early April, usually at the end of the first week of May\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScallions (cool)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse either “starts” to set out or direct sow into soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeed germinates in 7 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelicious when young\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeeks (cool)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003csup\u003e \u003c\/sup\u003eStart from seed as early as March 7\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBe sure to thin out rows to give developing leeks room to form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan leave in garden until late in fall to harvest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarrots (cool)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake a long time to germinate, 25 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMany people think rabbits get them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVarieties for heavy soil:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eNantes, \u003c\/em\u003eshort \u0026amp; fat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eRoyal Chantenay, \u003c\/em\u003egreat for heavy soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarm season crops\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTomatoes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeppers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSquash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTomatoes (warm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeterminant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndeterminant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSemi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDwarf – newest area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing \u0026amp; Planting Tips:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant deeper than original planting depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect stem from cutter worm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse wire cages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnly fertilize 2 times per season using “direct” PVC pipe method – at planting and at flower set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing \u0026amp; Planting Tips (continued)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeppers (warm) – Do not “harden off”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweet types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHot types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrnamental types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowing \u0026amp; Planting Tips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a water soluble fertilizer at planting and twice during season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmend soil with compost \u0026amp; \u003cem\u003eGarden-tone\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave soaker hose beside plants all season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCucumbers (warm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-bitter types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowing \u0026amp; Planting Tips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not transplant, always start outdoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse growing supports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse Bonide Tomato \u0026amp; Vegetable Ready to Use 3 in 1 spray or Bonide Captain Jack’s Deadbug Spray or Earth-tone Insect Control for control of cucumber beetle (carrier of bacterial wilt disease)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEggplants (warm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse any variety, they are all about the same\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome are earlier to harvest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowing \u0026amp; Planting Tips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart early indoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWait until the soil is warm at night to plant eggplant out into the garden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProblem: Flea-beetles make tiny holes in the leaves, use Bonide Tomato \u0026amp; Vegetable Ready to Use 3 in 1 spray or Bonide Captain Jack’s Deadbug Spray to control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen Beans (warm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePole types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eKentucky Wonder\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eItalian Flat Bean\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBush types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eKentucky Wonder-Bush\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowing \u0026amp; Planting Tips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect seed into the garden soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeeds warm soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse chain link fence to support vines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarning: rabbits love bean plants, so protect when young\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquash (warm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZucchini\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSo easy, good for beginner, any varieties good\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSummer Squash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWinter Squash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifficult to grow due to squirrel problem \u0026amp; take too much space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowing \u0026amp; Planting Tips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse wood chips around the base of the plant to discourage squash vine borer females from laying eggs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterrupts life cycle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake up a lot of space in garden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHerbs (warm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnnual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasils, Cilantro, Dill, Fennel, Parsley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChives, Mint, Oregano, Sages, Tarragon, Thyme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTender Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBay, Rosemary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowing \u0026amp; Planting Tips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse to edge garden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd color accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepel harmful insects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttract beneficial insects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaking Care of Garden:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMost important requirements:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertile soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater (1inch\/week at 65 degrees or lower)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulching to prevent weeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon sense pest control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended Pesticides\u003cbr\u003e (Earth-Friendly Natural)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsect control – Bonide Eight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombination control – or Bonide Tomato \u0026amp; Vegetable XXXX\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisease control – Bonide Copper Fungicide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended Pesticides\u003cbr\u003e (Synthetic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvesting \u0026amp; Enjoying:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReasons to harvest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep plants productive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo eat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnjoy favorite recipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Avoid these common mistakes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot enough light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToo much or too little water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStarting too soon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanting too deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTough love about weak seedings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGetting seduced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToo cool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLabeling issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBiggest mistake – giving up\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat Example Garden\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e Quick Summary:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart small\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest the soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlan carefully\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsider transplants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmend the soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlan for water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd supports and protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDon’t plant too early (indoors or outdoors)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRELAX and HAVE FUN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e “Vegetable gardening is not a definite, but an exercise in fun and experimentation; always try new varieties and enjoy!”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","created_at":"2022-01-28T18:43:07-06:00","published_at":"2022-01-28T18:43:07-06:00","updated_at":"2023-12-21T12:04:00-06:00","handle":"chalet-classes","title":"Class Handout: How to grow seeds"}}