Sow and Grow Fava Beans

Sow and Grow Fava Beans

Fava plants remind me of an okra plants since the pods grow upright instead of hanging down like a green bean.  I put fava beans in their own sow and grow category.  Even though they are a “bean”, they are spring veggies like peas. Outdoor Sowing Tips:  1) Soak the seeds for about 6 hours […]

Sow and Grow Celeriac

Sow and Grow Celeriac

Another name for celeriac is celery root. Indoor Sowing Tips:  1) Since celeriac germinates and grows slowly, start the seeds indoors around 3 months before the last spring frost under grow lights.  2) Since the best soil temperature for germination is between 55°F and 70°F, a seed heating mat would be helpful.  3) Celeriac seeds are […]

Sow and Grow Potatoes

Sow and Grow Potatoes

Here are my tips for sowing and growing seed potatoes.  A seed potato is typically grown organically without sprout inhibitors, will mirror the variety it is supposed to be and should be certified as disease free. Outdoor Sowing Tips:   1) I usually buy seed potatoes online or from a local nursery.  2) I have tried […]