If you allow dill to flower, leaf production will cease; when it sets seed, the plant dies. Therefore, plan your dill harvest based on whether you want to use fresh dill in recipes, preserve leaves (dill weed) and/or preserve seed.
These leafy vegetables are easy to grow in cool weather, spring or fall, in Sonoma County. Plants in an array of colors enliven the garden in the off-season, often indicating spiciness and aroma in the kitchen. Asian greens are known by alternate plant names in different cultures.
Brussels sprouts, a member of the Brassicaceae (cabbage) family, had their origins in the Mediterranean region but received their familiar name only after they were widely grown in Belgium. They do best in coastal regions where they are grown commercially in California.
Growing some of your own food is as healthy as it is satisfying. Homegrown crops taste better and come in a much wider variety than what is found in grocery store aisles. Growing your own also allows you to control the environment so you're assured what you're eating is truly organic.
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Rutabagas are grown for their large round roots. They are similar to turnips but are larger, slightly sweeter, and take longer to mature. They have yellow skin and flesh. Like other vegetables in the brassica family, they develop their best flavor in cool weather.
Spring Garden Fair Herbs. Listed are the herb seedlings that we will be offering. Many of these, especially the basils, are very popular and may sell out early.
Transplant or direct seed: May to July, possibly April for transplanting depending on weather and local conditions.
For best results, wait until daytime temperatures are regularly over 70°F and soil temperature is over 65°F.
If growing your own seedlings, start the seeds 4 weeks before you want to plant.