While you might think that it is odd to classify kabob sticks or bamboo skewers as “garden tools”, I don’t think so! I find them very helpful to give seedlings some support when transplanting. In the spring time, the windy weather can really destroy your transplants. I usually use three kabob sticks to circle the […]
Author: Crazy For Gardening
Maximum Soil Temperature for Spring Plants
Last time we talked about the minimum soil temperature for germinating many spring plants, now lets look at the maximum temperature for the same plants. Fava beans will germinate until the soil reaches about 65 degrees Fahrenheit. By 70 degrees Fahrenheit, arugula, celery, celeriac and mache will stop germinating. The following vegetables will need to […]
Soil Temperature for Spring
Especially in the spring, it is important to realize when you can sow seeds directly in the ground.  While I used to wing it, this year I bought the 7 inch soil thermometer from Botanical Interests. Do a search and find one that you like online. While the snow is on the way out […]
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