Month: April 2011
All-America Award Winning Vegetables
Two tomatoes and a pumpkin have been selected to win All-America awards for 2011. All were chosen for their improved performance over previously available varieties. Pumpkin ‘Hijinks’ produces small 6 pound, […]
Spray Now to Prevent Leaf Spot Diseases
Leaf spot diseases start developing in April on newly opening leaves of Rose, Photinia, Weeping Flowering Cherry, Dogwood, and Peaches. One way to reduce disease infestation is to clean up […]
New All-America Award Winning Flowers
4 New Flowers have won coveted All-America Selections Awards for 2011. Seeds are available now. All 4 flowers could be started from seeds planted indoors. I wouldn’t hesitate to plant […]
Hardy Vegetables and Flowers Can Be Planted Now
Vegetables and annual flowers are divided into two groups: hardy or cool season, and tender or warm season. The hardy group likes cooler weather and will handle temperatures 6 or […]