Swiss Chard Seed Ideas

Seed Ideas for Swiss Chard

I’ve been growing Bright Lights seed blend from Botanical Interests which I noticed they don’t carry this specific blend anymore. There are other blends available that are worth taking a look at for your colorful garden. . . Celebration – has red, magenta, orange, pink, yellow and white stems Five Color Silverbeet – this blend […]

Kale Seed Ideas

Seed Ideas for Kale

If I have a choice, I like to add some color to my garden. Kale gives color options with different varieties. Check out these options for a pop of color in the leaves, stems and veins: Red Russian Dazzling Blue Redbor If you want frilly leaves and a pop of color, then check out: Feathered […]

Harvest and Store Beets

Harvest and Store Beets

Unlike when you store carrots by freezing, I would not suggest blanching beets.  Here are my tips: Harvesting Tips:  1) Keep in mind the maturity dates on the seed packet as a rule of thumb.  Most beets are ready in 50 to 70 days.   If you know how wide the tops or how tall the […]