We’ve all done it…gotten overzealous in spring and overplanted or planted the wrong varieties for our tastes and needs. Make this the year you plan your garden for the best return on your investment. First, prepare a list before placing your catalog order or making that first trip to the garden center. Without a bit of… Continue reading 9 Garden Planning Tips for the Greatest Return
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Harvest Cucumbers for Slicing and Pickling
It’s all about timing when harvesting cucumbers for eating fresh or preserving as dill or sweet pickles. Picking these low-calorie vegetables ensures the best flavor, greatest nutritional value and suitability for pickling. Harvest cucumbers based on how you plan to use them. Pick the fruit when it is 1½ to 2½ inches long if you… Continue reading Harvest Cucumbers for Slicing and Pickling