Overview Description Camellia sinensis is an evergreen shrub or small tree cultivated for its tender young leaves and buds, which are processed to produce various types of tea—including green, black, white, and oolong. The plant typically grows to around 1.5–2 meters (5–6.5 feet) in cultivation, […]| Deep Green Permaculture
Overview Description Bronze fennel is a perennial herb with attractive, feathery foliage tinged with bronze or purple hues. The plants can reach 90–150 cm (3–5 ft) in height, bearing hollow stems with finely divided, thread-like leaves that create a soft, airy appearance. The foliage exudes […]| Deep Green Permaculture
Overview Description Corn salad, also known as lamb’s lettuce or mâche, is an annual leafy vegetable grown for its small, tender rosettes of spoon-shaped leaves. These leaves typically form a low, compact clump measuring about 10–20 cm (4–8 in) tall and wide. The foliage is […]| Deep Green Permaculture
Table of Contents Introduction – Master Gardener Tips for Brussels Sprouts Planting Brussels Sprouts Watering & Fertilizing Caring for Brussels Sprouts & Pests Harvesting Brussels Sprouts Storage & Use Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Introduction – Master Gardener Tips for Brussels Sprouts Brussels sprouts may be small, but they pack big nutrition and flavor. These cool-season vegetables belong to the cabbage family and thrive in the garden with proper care. Learning how to grow Brussels...| The Celtic Farm
Image source: Depositphotos.com Overview Name: Daikon (also called Japanese Radish, White Radish) Botanical Name: Raphanus sativus var. longipinnatus Plant Family: Brassicaceae Native to: East…| Deep Green Permaculture
Overview Description Mint is a vigorous perennial herb, typically producing square stems characteristic of the mint family. Depending on the species, plants can reach 30–60 cm (1–2 ft) in height and spread outward via underground runners (rhizomes). The bright green leaves are arranged oppositely along […]| Deep Green Permaculture
Image source: Depositphotos.com Overview Name: Burdock (commonly refers to Greater Burdock) Botanical Name: Arctium lappa Plant Family: Asteraceae Native to: Temperate regions of Europe and As…| Deep Green Permaculture
Overview Description Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana), often called sugar leaf, is a tender perennial herb famously cultivated for its sweet-tasting leaves. In frost-free climates, plants can live multiple years, but they’re commonly grown as annuals where winters are cold. They typically reach 40–60 cm (16–24 in) […]| Deep Green Permaculture
Overview Description Buckwheat is a fast-growing, herbaceous broadleaf annual plant belonging to the Polygonaceae (knotweed or smartweed) family, which also includes rhubarb, sorrel, and dock. It is grown for its seeds which can be used in a similar way to wheat or oats. Although it […]| Deep Green Permaculture
Overview Description Endive is a cool-season leafy vegetable generally grown as an annual. It forms a dense rosette of frilly, lobed leaves, which can be broad and curly (frisée) or slightly flatter (escarole). Mature plants often measure 20–40 cm (8–16 in) high and equally wide, […]| Deep Green Permaculture
Overview Description Parsnip is a biennial plant in the Apiaceae family, closely related to carrots, celery, fennel, and parsley. It is typically grown as an annual vegetable for its edible taproot, which develops during the first year of growth. In the second year, if not […]| Deep Green Permaculture
Overview Description Collard greens (also known as tree cabbage or non-heading cabbage) are a leafy, non-heading, wild form of cabbage that is a biennial plant grown as annuals for their large, smooth, oval leaves. Plants have an erect, upright form and typically reach 60–90 cm […]| Deep Green Permaculture
Overview Description Mizuna is a cool-season leafy green with ling, thin, crip, upright growing stems and finely serrated, feathery leaves that form dense rosettes. There are several varieties of mizuna with different colored stems and leaves, including light green stems with darker green leaves, purple […]| Deep Green Permaculture
Overview Description Horseradish is a hardy perennial herb grown for its pungent, fleshy taproot. It typically produces a rosette of coarse, lanceolate leaves (spear-shaped—longer than wide, tapering to a point, and sometimes widest at the base) that can reach 60–90 cm (2–3 ft) in height. […]| Deep Green Permaculture
Overview Description Mustard greens are cool-season leafy vegetables known for their peppery taste (a hot mustard flavor) and quick maturity. Depending on the variety, the plants produce either upright rosettes or sprawling clumps of broad, lobed leaves with distinct vein patterns. Mature heights often range […]| Deep Green Permaculture
Overview Description Dill is an annual herb grown for its aromatic, feathery green leaves, known for their distinct flavor, and for its seeds, which are commonly used as a spice. The plant has slender, upright, branched hollow stems with delicate, finely divided compound leaves that […]| Deep Green Permaculture
Overview Description Celeriac, also known as celery root, turnip-rooted celery, knob celery or German celery, is a cool-season biennial grown primarily for its crisp, celery-flavored, bulbous root. This knobby, globe-shaped root develops partially above the soil line and is actually a swollen stem base. Though […]| Deep Green Permaculture
Discover how to grow your own luffa, from seed planting to harvesting your own natural sponges or edible veggies. Get tips on the best growing conditions, care, and how to avoid common pests for a healthy, productive luffa vine. Originally published on Growing Your Own Luffa © Insteading| Insteading
Okra intrigued me as a child. My classmates had never eaten it — betraying our northeastern roots where the plant would have struggled to survive, and the pods weren’t part of our regional fare. But when my family went to Cracker Barrel on Sunday afternoons, I’d always order a side of the curious, deep-fried pods Originally published on Saving Okra Seeds © Insteading| Insteading
“Oh my! Is that what I think it is?” I was admiring a friend’s lily patch. “Parrot lily. Very rare — especially in this climate.” I’d heard it called parrot tail lily (among other names) and was surprised to see one. I had just finished reading and reviewing a delightful children’s book by Tuula Pere: Originally published on All About the Parrot Lily © Insteading| Insteading
In the past, I’ve had a love-hate relationship with cucumbers. I loved their crisp, sweet flavor, so cooling to crunch on a hot summer day, and the way their aroma filled the kitchen with a fresh scent. I hated when the summer droughts would come and deform my cucumber crop into awkwardly-shaped spheres with squiggles Originally published on Saving Cucumber Seeds © Insteading| Insteading
Now that’s an old-fashioned favorite!” I came to a stand by my friend’s display of hollyhocks. “Purple, pink, red … these midsummer bloomers are real gems. Are they perennial?” “Actually, biennial,” she replied. “Alternate years?” I mused. “But yours grow every year.” “I collect the seeds and, yes, they can appear every year, but they Originally published on Hollyhocks © Insteading| Insteading
Learn to select the best apple tree varieties for your garden and discover essential care and maintenance tips.| Welcome to Jung Seed’s Gardening Blog!
Make sure you start your garden on time! Learn what to plant in August with Homesteaders of America Vegetable Garden Growing Guides!| Homesteaders of America
Make sure you start your garden on time! Learn what to plant in February with Homesteaders of America Vegetable Garden Growing Guides!| Homesteaders of America
Discover the perfect spinach companion plants in our plant pairing guide. Boost yield, deter pests, and create a thriving garden ecosystem!| Growing Family
