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Vegetables are unique plants and differ in their origin, type, cultivating requirements, and care.
Asparagus: is a recurring plant might last for many years in the garden. Plant asparagus near the side or edge of the garden where it will not interfere with other crops.
Asparagus can be planted in early spring or in the fall. Purchase fresh plump crowns from a local garden center or plant seedling transplants.
For a good care: Well-drained soil and a full sun location are necessary. Soak the area well in very dry weather. Cut and destroy frozen spears. Fertilize in the early spring. Control weeds with mulching or hoeing.
Harvest after the first year and usually 6–7 weeks in a mature planting.
Broccoli: has increased in popularity considerably in the recent years.
set plants in the garden in late March to early April, before the danger of frost has passed. Plant fall broccoli direct seed in early July or plants in early August.
Care: Fertilize at planting. Sprinkle additional fertilizer side dress along the row every 2–3 weeks as the crop develops. And Provide adequate water as the head starts to develop.
Harvest the head before the flowers start to open or before yellow centers of the flowers start to show.
Cabbage: is a hardy, easy-to-grow vegetable. Most varieties are green, but some produce a red head.
Set cabbage plants in late March to early April or in early August for a fall planting. Direct-seeded cabbage can be planted in early July.
Take Care: with a starter fertilizer when setting out plants, and side dress every 2–3 weeks during the growing season. Cultivate carefully to avoid damaging shallow roots. And Irrigation is critical when heads are small and enlarging.
Harvest: when the head is fully formed and dense.
Carrots: are cool-season crop and an excellent source of vitamin A. The roots grow best in loose or sandy soils.
Plant: in mid to late April before the last freeze. For fall carrots plant seeds in late July to early August.
Take Care: until carrots germinate, avoid heavy watering that could form a crust on the soil surface. Weeds compete with young plants, so careful weeding is necessary. Water is required as roots are enlarging.
To harvest: Dig or pull the roots when they are at the desired diameter. Most carrot varieties require 2 months from seeding to mature.
Cucumbers: are warm-season crops, it can be grown in larger spaces and in even in containers.
For planting: cucumbers require warm conditions with no danger of frost for
best results plant in early May. Using black plastic mulch to warm soil is a way of producing cucumbers earlier.
Cucumbers are fairly shallow rooted require caution at initial cultivation. Application of fertilizer along the row when the vines are developed long will improve production. Avoid areas where strong winds may damage vines.
When harvesting: Select firm, dark-colored cucumbers, small cucumbers may be harvested for pickles at any stage.
Eggplant: requires warm weather to grow well.
Planting: is usually done through transplanting in early to mid-May.
Eggplant is sensitive to cold temperatures.
Eggplant thrives in hot dry conditions. However, frequent watering is beneficial. Regular inspection and insect control measures are usually necessary.
When harvesting: select firm, fully sized fruit that have a slightly soft touch with a bright and glossy skin.
Onions: are used primarily for flavoring and are rich in vitamins and minerals and are low in calories. Onions are grown from sets, plants, or seed.
Onions grow well in cool or warm weather. Plant sets in mid March or plants or seed in early April.
A shallow, inefficient root system requires regular watering and fertilizing for best results, as well as, weed control is essential to reduce competition.
Onions are ready for harvest when the tops begin to weaken and naturally fall over.
Parsley: is an easy-to-grow vegetable that is commonly used as a garnish. It can easily be grown in containers indoors for fresh use during the winter.
Parsley is a cool-weather crop that can be planted in mid-April
or in early August.
The plant is shallow rooted and requires regular fertilization and watering for best results.
When harvesting: clip or break off individual leaves when they are full sized.
Peppers: are generally classified as sweet or hot and are in different colors.
Peppers are usually set as transplants in the garden in Mid-May.
Peppers thrive in well-drained fertile soil, consistent watering is preferred to avoid blossom end rot.
When Harvesting: carefully pick or cut peppers from the plants. Use rubber gloves to harvest very hot peppers.
Potatoes: are one of the most important world food crops and a staple for many large gardens.
Mid-March is a traditional time to plant spring potatoes, while early to mid-July is a time for fall harvest.
To encourage large yields and to prevent sunburning, potatoes should be hilled or ridged, pulling loose soil along the row as the crop is growing. Potatoes like a fertile well-drained location with loose, friable soil. Potatoes need regular, consistent watering. Mulches can be useful in holding moisture near the plant.
Early or new potatoes can be harvested as the plants are growing by gently removing some plants in the row.
Pumpkin: is used for pies, breads, cookies, soup, and roasted seeds, also its a warm-season crop used primarily for Halloween decoration
Pumpkins can be safely planted after all danger of frost is past in early to mid-May. However, most growers prefer to plant in early to mid-June to ensure that pumpkins do not mature too early and are ready for harvest in early October.
Provide shallow cultivation to keep weeds from developing in areas where vines will spread. Water thoroughly as the fruit start to develop.
Pumpkins are ready for harvest when the skin is tough and hard and the stem no longer “leaks” when cut from the vine.
Tomatoes: are among the most popular vegetable grown. They are easy to grow, productive in small garden areas also, and used in a wide variety of ways.
Plant tomatoes from early May to June, after all danger of frost is past.
Tomatoes are usually grown from transplants. Choose a strong healthy transplant that has a dark green color. Set the plant slightly deeper than the container and firm soil well around the root system. Water with a starter solution immediately after planting. And Mulching is necessary for weeds control.
Tomatoes will ripen off the plant when the fruit are full sized and starting to show a slight tinge of color. Early harvest encourages additional production.
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