Tips For Growing Tasty and Juicy Cucumbers in Containers
As soon as summer and the heat start rolling in, I begin eating tons of cucumbers. I love them in salads, in sandwiches, or just raw as a snack with dips like hummus or simply olive oil and salt. This explains why I like to grow them and why there are so many in my garden. However, one thing I wanna say is that, believe it or not, growing cucumbers in a container can be better than planting them in the ground. Think about it. It gives you more control over the growing conditions, from the shade level to the soil texture. You just need to pay attention to a few things, but don’t worry, I’ll tell you all my secrets!
7 Simple Steps to Grow an Avocado in a Pot
Growing your own avocado tree can be a fun and, actually, also a very rewarding idea, even if you only have a small space. I’ve seen people growing avocado trees both in an apartment and a house with a yard, since it’s possible to cultivate them in a container. Is it simple? Well, the process is quite straightforward and beginner-friendly. The difficult part is getting nice avocado pears. Having a fruitful harvest is easier if you have land and space, but you can still get great results in pots if you know what you’re doing. In this guide, we’ll walk you through seven simple steps to plant, grow, and care for an avocado tree in a pot. Make sure to follow every step carefully!
7 Beginner Raise Bed Garden Mistakes to Avoid
Raised bed gardening are a perfect solution for everyone, both beginners and more experienced gardeners. Firstly, they’re a lot easier to tend and to maintain. You don’t need large tools to prepare, de-weed, or till the soil because it’s already well-aerated and contained within a defined space. Secondly, you aren’t relying on the native soil so you don’t have to deal with issues like poor drainage or nutrient deficiencies. The important thing, however, is not to make mistakes in the construction and management of raised beds; otherwise, all your work will be wasted. Let’s see what the most common mistakes are that you should avoid!
5 Fast-Growing Veggies You Can Harvest in Under 1 Month
Gardening teaches patience and attention to detail, but I have to be honest with you, I have no patience and I hate waiting! Sometimes it’s nice to see quick results, especially when you’re getting started and need a little encouragement. Luckily, not all vegetables require months to mature. Some grow so fast that you can harvest fresh produce in about 30 days. So, if you want to enjoy the fruits (or veggies, in this case) of your labor sooner rather than later, this article is for you. Below you’ll find the vegetables that, out of everything I planted, have always been the quickest to grow.
