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1. TOMATOES: When it comes to tomatoes a gardener's biggest headache is often, cutworms. To prevent an infestation, place a 3-4 inch nail next to each stem before planting or wrap strips of newspaper around the bottom of stems. Alternatively, surround stems with a paper cup to keep the little critters away. Add a teaspoon of milk powder to the soil when planting to help with ripening.
3. LETTUCE: One of the easiest vegetable to grow, lettuce is bothered by very few pests and perfect for the want-to-be gardener who lacks a green thumb. Lettuce may be planted in a garden, pot or hanging basket (hmmm isn't that interesting?) Line a pot with a garbage bag and add soil. Sprinkle with seeds (very important). Harvest when the growth is 3-inches but leave 1-inch intact to encourage new growth. One lettuce basket can supply 3 harvests (keep moist).5. ONIONS: The onion family is huge, ranging from garlic through to leeks, chives and shallots. Grass clippings between rows of onions make great weed killer. Shallots are also a smart garden choice. They are easy to grow and although they cost more than onions in the store, chefs often prefer them for their subtle flavours. Plant shallots 6-8 inches apart with the roots facing downward (so that the tips are just barely below the soil). May be planted in a container.See the full content of this document
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15 Tips for the Green Thumb
REENA NERBAS
1. TOMATOES: When it comes to tomatoes a gardener's biggest headache is often, cutworms. To prevent an infestation, place a 3-4 inch nail next to each stem before planting or wrap strips of newspaper around the bottom of stems. ...See the full content of this document
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