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1-May Location, Location, Location... As your seedlings get bigger, make a plan about where they will grow to maturity. Did you plant them in a large container or directly into your garden? Then great, just make sure they get sunlight and water. Or do they need to go outside? If so, make sure to choose a sunny spot with some air flow. Avoid places where there are frost traps like low-lying areas or holes. For more planting advice, contact your master gardener at https://beav.es/JxN. Just like humans, plants need air to breathe! #GrowThis! #gardening #growathome #gardeningtips |
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2-May Today's gardening term is transplant: to move a plant from one location to another, such as from a smaller pot to a larger pot or from one spot to another in the garden. For seedlings, this process will mostly be taking a young plant start out of a pot and moving it into a garden or a larger pot to allow healthy root growth. #gardening #growathome #gardeningtips |
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3-May Have you decided to transplant (move) any of your plant starts into their final growing place? If so, make sure the spot you are moving them to has plenty of space for them to grow. Check on the back of your seed packet for the advised spacing and make sure to check out this video for more details! #gardening #growathome #gardeningtips
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4-May Just like us, plants have friends. Learn which plants like to grow together--and which don't!--in our video about companion planting! #GrowThis! #gardening #growathome #gardeningtips |
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6-May Fun Fact: Beet and chard seeds are actually shells that contain several seeds, so you may get two or three sprouts from one seed. #GrowThis! |
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9-May Try your hand at growing potatoes and harvest them in the fall! They can be planted directly in the ground or in a larger container! #gardening #growathome #gardeningtips |
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10-May Start planning for your summer crops. Starting your summer plants inside will give you a head start! But first, double check your last predicted frost day and the directions on the back of your seed packet. #GrowThis! |
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11-May If you like summer squash, think about planting them soon! Here is our Gardening Tip Sheet with tips on growing them. #GrowThis! #summersquash #gardening |
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12-May Radishes grow so quickly and add great crunch to salads and sandwiches! Try planting some seeds each week so you have them all season! #GrowThis! #gardening #growathome #gardeningtips #salads #sandwiches |
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13-May Plant some basil this year! Not only is it delicious but it also repels aphids, whiteflies, tomato hornworms, and mosquitoes from tomatoes. Make sure to start seeds indoors 6 weeks before the last predicted spring frost date. Basil likes 6 to 8 hours of sunlight! #GrowThis! |
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16-May GARDENING Q&A Q: Do cucumbers grown from "pickling cucumber seeds" have to be pickled? A: All types of cucumbers are good to eat fresh and all can be pickled! Pickling cucumbers are well-suited for pickling (before they get too big) because they have fewer seeds and are a bit firmer than slicing cucumbers. https://foodhero.org/.../1-if-i-get-packet-pickling... |
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19-May Before moving your plants outside, think about where they might want to go! Do they like lots of sunlight, like basil and tomatoes, or do they need a break from the sun on hot afternoons, like arugula and spinach? Watch our video on how to transplant your plants safely into that perfect spot. #GrowThis! #gardening #growathome #gardeningtips |
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21-May GARDENING Q&A Q: Can flowers help me grow food? A: Flowers can increase the health of your garden, and help you grow more food. Different flowers attract different types of pollinators such as bees and butterflies, which help food crops grow. Some plants need or will greatly benefit from pollinators or else they will produce very few or no fruits or vegetables. https://foodhero.org/.../can-flowers-really-help-me-grow... |
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24-May GARDENING Q&A Q: Where should I plant nasturtiums? A: Flowers can help vegetables grow. Nasturtiums are tasty flowers you can eat. They’re also great for controlling garden pests. Plant them several feet away from your fruit and vegetable plants (especially brassicas like broccoli, brussels sprouts, cauliflower and collard greens) and they’ll attract aphids (bugs that damage crops) to a different spot! https://foodhero.org/hea.../where-should-i-plant-nasturtiums |
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25-May GARDENING Q&A Q: How do I grow plants from seeds? A: 1. Water your soil well before planting. Seeds will not germinate in dry soil. 2. If possible, start seeds in a container that is at least 3 to 4 inches deep to allow for more developed roots when transplanting outside. 3. Try pre-soaking large seeds overnight before you plant them. 4. Keep your seedlings warm and moist. You can cover them or leave them uncovered. Read the complete list of tips for growing plants from seeds in our blogpost! https://foodhero.org/.../what-are-some-things-i-should... |
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27-May GARDENING Q&A Q: Should I throw away my seeds on their expiration date? A: Every plant is different. Some, like lettuce seeds, last longer. Others, like onion seeds, go bad very quickly. Still, most seeds remain good for about 2 to 3 years. Seeds have an expiration date on them, just like food. The dates on seed packets are guidelines to help you figure out if your seeds are getting old, but it does not mean you have to throw them away if they are past their expiration date. Keep reading at: https://foodhero.org/.../should-i-throw-out-my-seeds... |
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28-May In Oregon, most beets are planted between April and July. Check out our poster for more beet facts! #beets #farming #agriculture #gardening #gardeningtips |
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28-May GARDENING Q&A Q: How do I store my extra plant seeds? A: 1. Before storing your seeds, be certain they are fully dry, to the point of being brittle or breakable. 2. Place dried seeds in a paper envelope, which will absorb any moisture that might get in. 3. Label and date the envelope. If you are saving unused seeds from a seed packet, label the envelope with the expiration date from the seed packet. 4. Put the envelopes in an airtight container out of direct sunlight. Store in a cool, dry place. Read more at: https://foodhero.org/.../how-do-i-store-my-extra-plant-seeds |
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29-May GARDENING Q&A Q: Should I use my full seed packet at one time? A: Seed packets vary in the number of seeds they contain. A full seed packet might be too much for planting at one time in a home garden. Try these tips: 1. If you have a type of seed that ages well, you can store it for next year. 2. Space out the packet and use it throughout the year through succession planting. 3. Harvest your first batch of produce, then right away plant the next batch in that spot. 4. Take the leftover seeds and try growing microgreens indoors! Read more at: https://foodhero.org/.../should-i-use-my-full-seed-packet... |
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29-May GARDENING Q&A Q: Should I use my full seed packet at one time? A: Seed packets vary in the number of seeds they contain. A full seed packet might be too much for planting at one time in a home garden. Try these tips: 1. If you have a type of seed that ages well, you can store it for next year. 2. Space out the packet and use it throughout the year through succession planting. 3. Harvest your first batch of produce, then right away plant the next batch in that spot. 4. Take the leftover seeds and try growing microgreens indoors! Read more at: https://foodhero.org/.../should-i-use-my-full-seed-packet... |
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30-May If you are having problems with aphids, try water-blasting your plant in the morning. Just spray your plant for 30 seconds wherever you see the aphids to knock them off! Do this when you first start seeing them. They're easier to get rid of when you catch them early. #GrowThis! #gardening #growathome #gardeningtips |
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