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Month: September 2023

Seed Saving & Storage

Seed Saving & Storage

Seed Saving.  Gardeners and farmers have traditionally saved seeds from their favorite plants because we know that is the best way to have the best varieties and strains adapted to your local conditions.  Seeds contain the genetics of the parent plants and if you have a favorite heirloom tomato, bean or lettuce that does well for you why not save some seeds for next year?  Besides, they are free and abundant right now!  Seed Savers Exchange has been promoting seed…

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Fall Garden Health & Harvesting

Fall Garden Health & Harvesting

The rains of July and August have promoted plant diseases, weeds, soil nutrient loss, and some pests.  While harvesting onions, potatoes, tomatoes, and other vegetables it’s important to keep weeding and begin soil preparations for next year’s garden. Potatoes, onions, and winter squashes will store better if they are “cured” in a warmer space before storing.  Pest control in Brassicas is still needed to protect our late harvests from cabbage worms and aphids.  Finally, it’s time to harvest some herbs…

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