Q: I planted so many fruit seeds and lost so many plants I no longer know what is growing. Can you tell me if this plant is cantaloupe or watermelon? What are some good choices for seedless watermelon? A: Well, this is the first time I have ... READ MORE
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Q: I know I am supposed to cover the head of my cauliflower so it will stay white but I don’t know when I should do it. A: Although you have been successful, cauliflower can be a difficult vegetable to grow successfully in the vegetable ... READ MORE
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A: Yes, we can grow Brussels sprouts here in Northeast Florida but producing a full harvest is as unpredictable as our Florida weather. Brussels sprouts grow best with cool daytime temperatures, preferably below sixty-five degrees. Some fall ... READ MORE
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Q: Is there any vegetable I can plant now (December) or am I too late? Also, I am just a beginner so I would like to start out with something easy. A: I commend you for wanting to try gardening. You are smart to start during the cooler months ... READ MORE
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Nematodes are practically everywhere in our Florida soils and most, believe it or not, are beneficial. Some of these microscopic worms are damaging to plants however, and can be a problem for our area lawns. They feed on grass roots causing ... READ MORE
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A: Chinese cabbage has been grown in Asia since the 5th century, but was not grown in the United States until about a century ago. It is now grown for sale primarily in California, New Jersey, Hawaii, and Florida. We have a local producer here ... READ MORE
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A: Beet is native to areas of Europe, the Near East, and Africa adjacent to the Mediterranean Sea. Beets can be planted from September until March in Northeast Florida. Tall Top, Early Wonder, Detroit Dark Red, Cylindra, Red Ace, and Yellow ... READ MORE
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Q: I planted some beans and tomatoes about ten days ago and they really are not doing very well. Do you have any suggestions as to why? What am I doing wrong? A: July is really a difficult time of the year to plant vegetables. You might get ... READ MORE
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A: The ability of seeds to germinate or sprout is called viability. Often the seed packet will give you a percentage of the number of seeds you can expect to germinate. The higher the percentage rate on the packet of seeds the greater chance ... READ MORE
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A: Normally beans are left in the pod and on the vine to dry. Navy, kidney, Northern, and black beans are common varieties used as dry beans. There have been few successes here in Florida because the beans prefer to dry in the pod for 120 days ... READ MORE
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