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In part I, we discussed different watermelon varieties, optimal climate conditions, the origin of watermelons and how to start your watermelons properly. Here are more tips on how to grow watermelons properly and how to harvest them. Growing Watermelons on…
Nothing feels so good like eating a juicy watermelon during a summer day. It’s even better if your watermelons are homegrown. To be able to enjoy watermelons with your family the next summer, you may wish to learn how to…
One of the best things about vegetable gardening is to make a salad or another meal from your freshly-harvested vegetable you have pulled from the garden 5 minutes earlier. This is what makes gardening so much fun and rewarding. Freshly-picked…
Watering plants is sometimes challenging, especially if your plants need to be deep watered. This is why many people opt for using drip irrigation to let the water soak in slowly. The problem is that while drip watering is a…
Cucumbers are tasty and you can use them in many different ways: to make salads or sandwiches, juices or even cucumber water. It’s not surprising many people want to grow cucumbers in their gardens or even their homes. The good…
Here are some tips for harvesting, handling, curing and storing squash so you can use them properly. Harvesting It’s best not to harvest squash until the vines die down or the stems are too dry or dead to be able…
Squash is a very versatile plant with many popular varieties. It has a lot to offer: small types you can grow in the kitchen, vining varieties, summer and winter varieties, and more. These plants are not difficult to grow but…
If you want to plant melons, cucumbers or squash in your vegetable garden, think about doing it vertically. It is a great way to grow these vegetables and it gives you plenty of space. Plus, it makes for a very…
It is sometimes tricky to find the best vegetables to grow in your garden. That’s particularly true if you are not familiar with climate and temperature zones. In the US, there is a special Department of Agriculture Plant Hardiness Zones…
Cucumbers are popular and widely used vegetables. They are used in salads, for pickling, soups, sauces and more. Some people even use them in juicing. It’s not surprising many gardeners decide to grow cucumbers. There are many different varieties, from…
Those who wish to grow potatoes in their garden have a new, original way of planting. This method is very effective and brings excellent results. Next time you want to plant potatoes, instead of doing it in the traditional way,…
There are many vegetables you can grow in your garden, but some require much care and effort. There are also vegetables that are very easy to grow, so they are ideal for beginner gardeners who want to grow their first…