Rather than keep up multiple gardening blogs I will be writing at GardenInspire.com where you can join me for gardening information including edible landscaping. http://gardeninspire.com
Edible and Medicinal Plants Book
I am co authoring a book on finding, using, and growing, wild edible and medicinal plants. The book will be available in a printed version and a bit later as a PDF, for Kindle, and for Nook.
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This book will have common and botanical names, description, photographs, how to use medicinally, what parts are edible and medicinal, how to eat, and how to grow. This pocket size book will have a spiral binding for portability and usability even in the outdoors. Great addition to an emergency preparedness kit and makes a great gift!
I have also updated my book What About Herbs? The updated version is now available as a PDF and will be available soon for Kindle and Nook.
Update: Herbs to Know 2: Wild Medicinal & Edible Plants is now available. For locations to purchase.
To find out more join this blog so you will receive notification when this book is available.
This book will have common and botanical names, description, photographs, how to use medicinally, what parts are edible and medicinal, how to eat, and how to grow. This pocket size book will have a spiral binding for portability and usability even in the outdoors. Great addition to an emergency preparedness kit and makes a great gift!
I have also updated my book What About Herbs? The updated version is now available as a PDF and will be available soon for Kindle and Nook.
Update: Herbs to Know 2: Wild Medicinal & Edible Plants is now available. For locations to purchase.
Potted Plants
When growing plants in containers there are some things to keep in mind for the best chance of success.
Choose a container 2”
larger than the pot the plant is already in. If the pot will stay
outside year round choose a material that can handle temperature
changes. Fiberglass, resin, concrete, and heavy duty plastic will
last longer than unsealed terra cotta. If the container does not
have drainage drill holes in the bottom so water does not sit in the
bottom of the pot. A unsealed terra cotta pot will allow water to evaporate through the sides of the pot. This may be desirable when planting cactus and succulents especially if there is a chance of overwatering. This may not be the best thing for hotter weather and non drought tolerant plants.
Use potting soil –
not garden soil. Potting soil will drain better and not contain weed
seeds. Some brands I like are Dr. Earth, Black Gold, and Patio Plus.
Rocks or gravel are not
necessary for drainage and may actually prevent water from draining.
The only time I would recommend something in the bottom of the pot is
if there is a chance the pot could fall over or blow over or if it is
a huge pot that would require a large amount of potting soil. To
weight the pot down put a few bricks or large rocks in the bottom
where they will not block drainage holes. Placing smashed pop cans
or upside down pots will take up space in the pot so less soil will
be required in huge pots. If you are concerned about a little soil
coming out of the bottom of the pot place a coffee filter or piece of
landscaping fabric in the bottom of the container.
Place in an area
appropriate for the needs of the plant or plants. Sunny, shady,
morning sun only? Check plant labels, research for your climate, or
ask a garden coach.
Check whether to water
by sticking your finger into the soil up to your first knuckle. For
most plants the soil should just be beginnning to get dry before you
water again. Water throughly – not just a quarter cup.
Guest On Joy In Your Garden
I was a guest on Joy In Your Garden, April 19, 2014 with Joy Bossi! This was a remote broadcast from Red Butte Gardens. You can listen here.
Rosemary - Growing Indoors
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When watering rosemary, check the soil moisture first by sticking your finger into the soil. The soil should be almost dry.
Every third time you water pour the water over the rosemary plant. If you water this way every time you may notice a whitish color almost like someone had dumped some flour on it. This whitish color is from powdery mildew.
Keep your rosemary plant away from furnace vents, doors, and other sources of blasts of cold or hot air.
Win A Homeschool Convention Ticket
Homeschool Convention, Saturday, January 25, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., Weber State University, Ogden, Utah
Come visit me at my booth at the Convention! – Beuna Tomalino, Garden Inspire
As a homeschool mom (my children are grown) I know that gardening is a great way to teach about gardening, arithmetic, biology, cooking, and healthy eating, among other subjects. As a garden coach besides giving hands on instruction, diagnosis, and advice I teach gardening classes. Check my calendar for the upcoming events or schedule your own class or coaching session.
To enter to win a ticket visit my Garden Inspire blog
Come visit me at my booth at the Convention! – Beuna Tomalino, Garden Inspire
As a homeschool mom (my children are grown) I know that gardening is a great way to teach about gardening, arithmetic, biology, cooking, and healthy eating, among other subjects. As a garden coach besides giving hands on instruction, diagnosis, and advice I teach gardening classes. Check my calendar for the upcoming events or schedule your own class or coaching session.
To enter to win a ticket visit my Garden Inspire blog
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