Seed and Bulb Ideas

Seed Potato Ideas

There are a few places to order seed potatoes on-line.  I prefer to order gourmet types of potatoes since it is not that difficult to get  russet potatoes. I prefer to plant not more than 3 lbs of seed potatoes.  The smallest increment that I found to purchase is one lb. from Landreth Seeds which is where I’ve been purchasing my seed […]

Seed and Bulb Ideas

Tuber Ideas for Jerusalem Artichokes

Did you ever think about growing Jerusalem Artichokes?  Instead of buying seeds, you buy tubers.  Also, you eat the tubers that grow underground.  The tuber has a nutty flavor and can be used raw in salads or cooked.  These tubers can be used as a potato substitute too. This plant can be invasive and can […]

Seed and Bulb Ideas

Seed Ideas for Cardoon

While we are on the topic of artichoke seeds, I thought we would chat about cardoon seeds.  They are kissing cousins!  While you eat the bud of an artichoke, you eat the stems of cardoon. The stems have a mild artichoke flavor.  If you live in an area where this plant can become a perennial, then you […]