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How To Plant Onion Sets

Onion Sets
Although there are those who frown at the mention of onions – probably because of its strong scent – there are far many who just love eating them. If you are included in the latter, you probably have wondered, one time or another, how neat it would be to learn how to plant onion sets. If you’re a self-confessed novice in gardening, well, c’mon, be honest. Have you ever pondered if there is a secret in how to plant onion sets? If you check out the books and ask some pro gardeners of onions, you might be surprised that there is no secret in how to plant onion sets. It all starts with the love of onions and the interest in learning how to plant onion sets at home. The first thing that you may need to remember in understanding how to plant onion sets would be – as always – the location. It has to be appropriate. What do we mean by that? Well, a proper planting spot calls for a direct heat from the sun’s rays. Yes, you may hear that onions thrive on any spot. But if you want...
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How To Plant Sweet Potato Slips

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If you want to plant sweet potato slips then you better learn a little more patience. They will require more care than your average plant but give you a lot of great rewards. Our little sweet potato slip gardening guide below will walk you through each step. Needed Items The following are the items you’ll need in order to plant sweet potato slips. Of course, you’ll have a healthy bunch of sweet potatoes on top of your list. You’ll also toothpicks; a pack of those would do nicely. You would also need small containers, which would mean using jars if you have ones handy. Lastly, you’ll need water and sunlight. How to Plant The first thing you ought to do to plant sweet potato slips is to inspect your sweet potatoes. Check for openings when you inspect the skin. You should also look out for molds and spots. A simple rule should be that if a sweet potato looks good enough for you to cook and eat then it’s ok. It doesn’t matter where your sweet potatoes come...
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How To Plant Asparagus

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Asparagus officinalis is one of the most popular flowering plant species that is rich in nutrients and vitamins. The species is very famous in northern Africa, western Asia and in Europe. This plant is very healthy to eat because it has low caloric and sodium content. Aside from these, it is also rich in rutin, dietary fiber, potassium as well as folic acid. The plant can be grilled over hardwood embers and charcoal. To have a constant supply of this vegetable, it is best to know how to plant asparagus. Below are the simple instructions that you need to follow to successfully cultivate and harvest this vegetable. Materials Needed Some of the materials needed when planting the vegetable are shovel, manure or compost as well as watering cans. It is also important to get several asparagus crowns to ensure that you will have enough supply of the vegetable. You can also use pesticides and fertilizers to enhance soil moisture. Steps Choose a portion in your backyard that has full sunlight. It...
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How To Plant Peas

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Growing peas is most suited in cooler temperatures. However, these vegetables can be nurtured in warmer climates if the soil and nutrients are appropriate. Selecting the Site The planting area should be a slope. Southern exposure is also desirable. The pH level needs to be 6 up to 6.8. Draining is essential. Without it, the peas won’t grow. There must be plenty of compost in the soil. Avoid adding fertilizers with nitrogen. These won’t be necessary as peas absorb the nitrogen in the air. If the soil is too heavy, you can plant them in beds instead. Sowing and Planting The best sowing time is 5 weeks prior to the last frost. You don’t need to buy started plants when growing peas. Germination time is quick and you can do successive plantings, so there’s no need for those purchases. Plant each seed an inch deep. Spacing needs to be 4 inches for each one. The rows must be three feet apart. It’s recommended you add support even at the early stage. This ascertains the vines will be...
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How To Plant Squash

Squash
Growing squash is perfect even for those with limited garden space. However, the environment will play a part in its development, among other factors. Soil and Temperature For seedlings, the temperature needs to be at least 65 F. Low humidity is preferred along with a warm climate. Those living in tropical countries can plant them either in dry or wet seasons. Squash can be planted in many soil types, but medium rich compost is the best. The pH level needs to be 5.6 to 6.5. You don’t need to do a lot of tiling. Planting Tips The seeds need to be put in a mound. When growing squash, the soil needs to be 2 ft in diameter. Manure must be put in place prior to making the mound. Each mound should be at least 3 feet apart. Some plants will be weak, so you should cut these off. Keep the number of plants in each mound to no more than five. Watering and Cultivating Water them once a week. The watering needs to be thorough, but avoid dampening the leaves. Cultivation is also necessary to prevent...
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