Plant Care

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Chard

Sow directly or transplant in spring (February–May) and in early fall (September–October). Vegetable Planting Chart Outer leaves can be harvested continuously as soon as the plant is well established. Harvest by cutting or breaking away a few of the outer fully expanded leaves. New leaves develop in the…
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Almond

When to plant: January–early February Harvest window: August–October, depending on variety Fertilization: Nitrogen in spring, additional applications based on tree age, health, and soil quality Prune in early winter (December–January)
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Bright orange daisy-like flower
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Spring Garden Fair Ornamentals

The flowers and other ornamental plants that we offer at the Spring Garden Fair have been trialed at our research gardens to select varieties that perform particularly well in our climate, with an eye towards ones that are beautiful and long-lasting in flower arrangements. We offer an especially large array…
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ornamental grass
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Ornamental Grasses

These are evergreen grasses that look good all year. Water Provide water during periods of drought; if not watered during these times, they tend to go dormant which results in brown foliage. Feed Dont add fertilizer; will become floppy if too much is added.
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succulents
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Propagating Succulents

Corrine Kutx, Unsplash Succulents are among the easiest plants to propagate. Snap off baby succulents (pups) growing right off the parent plant or make a cutting of a stem. You can take succulent cuttings in the fall, spring, or summer. Pruning/cutting tools.
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Bulbs

Lilies are amongst the most popular bulbs. Julia Kadel, Unsplash If you love showy flowers, bulbs are for you. Bulbs, corms, and tubers store the food that keeps the plant alive during dormant periods.
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layering
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Layering

With layering, stems are induced to produce "adventitious" roots while they remain attached to the parent plant. Adventitious roots are those produced in an unusual time or position. Blackberries are great candidates for tip layering.
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Pruning shears
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Pruning Fundamentals

> Before you start pruning > Understand new wood & old wood > When to prune > Make a pruning plan > What to prune and remove > How much to remove #1.
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Chayote

Chayote—a member of the cucurbit family (along with cucumber, melons, and squash)—is a perennial vine which produces edible vegetables used in cooking and used raw in salads and salsas. Plant seed or sprouted fruit May–September (maybe April and October)
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Fertilizing

Wells Brothers Farm > What is (and isn't) a fertilizer > Why fertilize? > What to use > Understanding labels & terms > Chemical vs.
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