HerbGardenGuy answers:

All these herbs are compatible but put them in different pots or they’ll try to compete one another out of existence. Garlic is pretty easy to grow but it doesn’t seem to taste as strong as supermarket garlic. Just start with one clove and it will sprout green onion-like stalks out the pointy end.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

I’ve grown culinary herbs a couple of summers and from my experience I can give you these tips:

1) Do not use small individual planting pots for each herb – they dry out very quickly and herbs just do not grow. You should rather get an elongated (like 23”) rectangular planter and seed several herbs side by side.
2) When you buy potting soil, you should go for an organic mix, since these plants will go into your food.
3) Seed the herbs of your interest in April or May (June is still ok), keep the soil watered and watch them grow!
4) If you can, grow the plants outside: if you have a house, put planters on a porch or back yard; if you live in an apartment, maybe you can get a window planter. Plants grow so much faster and are so much more flavorfull when grown outside then inside the kitchen. If you cannot put them outside, put on a sunny window in your kitchen.
5) While your herbs grow, you can pick leaves or seeds for your cooking without harvesting the whole plant. However, when the plant is grown, you should harvest it all and then freeze or dry the leaves for future use.

Hope it helps.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Hi my name is Marty, I am a horticulturist living in Sydney Australia. I would like to answer your question.
There are many herbs that you could grow and trial. Parsley and Mint will do fine and Basil.
Rosemary needs a lot of light.
I have just started a new website named
www.apartment-gardening-homes.com. This website will answer your questions in more detail.
The site is new and new pages are yet to be added, but it has exactly what you want. Go to indoor herbs.
Anything else feel free to contact me.
Marty Ware

HerbGardenGuy answers:

You need to plant after the last frost date for your area.

Parsley takes a LOOONG time to sprout (28 days). So I would recommend that you plant it from a 4″ seedling or a 6 pack. The old wives tale is that parsley seeds have to go to hell and back before they can sprout!!

Mint is VERY invasive. You should plant it in a pot or in a planter box where you can control it!!!

Oregano is a perennial — be sure that you plant it where you want it to come back next year (and every year!!!)– because it will!!

Sorry, I don’t know what shiso is!!

Now here is my suggestion for planting basil, dill and arugula (and other annuals): Make your own “planting tape”. Cut newspaper into 2″ or 3″ strips. Make flour paste (flour and water mixed to a syrupy mix). Spread the flour paste down the center of the newspaper strips — then drop the seeds the appropriate distance apart onto the paste. After it dries (like the next day), you can plant the strips into your garden and cover them to the appropriate depth. It is much easier to make sure that the seeds are planted the required depth and distance this way!!

I plant basil in waves (plant some, wait two weeks and plant some more, etc). I LOVE basil, especially with my tomatoes!! I pick my basil as it is growing. If I can not use it all, I put the leaves in a colander. I “stir” the leaves every day so that they will dry. Don’t worry if they turn dark – it is what they do — it is not “spoiled”. Put the leaves whole into a spice jar after they are dry. If you crush them they will lose some of their flavor. Crush them when you want to use them.
Toward the end of the season, I let some of my basil plants go “to seed”. I put the seed pods in a paper bag to let them dry. Then I shake them or rub them to release the seeds (which fall to the bottom of the bag). Then I am ready for next spring!!

Good Luck!!!

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Well, here’s a website i think it helpful for finding glow light, i would consider growing indoor need glow light or else plants will risk dying

http://www.homeharvest.com/lightingmain.htm

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The dividers use a total of 4×4.25 = 17 ft of edging.
The perimeter uses 2π×4.25 ≅ 26.69 ft of edging.
Total edging ≅ 43.69 ft
You need 3 rolls.

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Nastursums are an edible flower with a little kick. They are very pretty and come in shades of yellow, orange and red. They also sometimes have variegated foliage for extra appeal. The plant with drape over the pot so it won’t interfere with the tomatoes.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Tomatoes, peppers, radishes, carrots are all fairly easy to grow, the tomatoes however, do need sunshine.

Herbs – basil, parsley, oregano, scallions

Type in vegetablegardening in a search engine to give you some ideas

Deer do not like daffodils and columbine, however, if you plant those now they won’t come up until next year.
You probably have to plant annuals at this time: impatiens, petunias, marigolds
Small bushes – azaleas

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Yes, it will continue to grow inside. My mother always used to have an indoor herb garden/planter. It worked fine and we still do it today, except we built a greenhouse. I would recommend getting a medium/large planter and doing it that way.

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There are lumps of it around the back

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Bayabas
mansanilla
oregano
yerbabuena
ilang-ilang
pito-pito
kamyas
alugbati
langka
abokado

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Anti-christian – no.
Medicines have their base in herbs and plants. Usually you can treat an illness or condition with what is naturally lacking in your body. If it works for you great – no dr. Bills! Caution is always key though, which is why drs. Have patients.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

If it worked do you think there would be a multi billion dollar industry built around flea products that do work- like Frontline and Advantage.

So the answer is no- it does not work.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

In life, we will never be able to please everyone. To some the cup is half full and to others the cup is half empty. I’m one that sees the cup as being half full. Smile…

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We should keep our environment clean

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Why not? Ofcourse you can!Here is a sample recipe;

New Potato Packets with Parsley and Onions

In a large bowl big enough to hold all the potatoes add a few teaspoons of Dijon then several healthy grinds of pepper and a large pinch of salt per person. Add a few good glugs of olive oil slowly while whisking it to form an emulsion. Take enough new potatoes to feed your group and chop the big ones in half or thirds so they are all about the same size. Add a sliced onion to the mix. Toss the onions and potatoes with the dressing. Wash, dry and chop a good handful of parsley and throw that on as well. Toss the bowl around to get a little bit of all the spices on all the potatoes. Get yourself several big pieces of aluminum foil and make a star (i.e. Lay one down, lay the next down perpendicular to it and then another piece to fill the two gaps). Gently pour the potato mixture onto the middle of our star and gather the aluminum foil at the top. Close, scrunching flat enough to fit in your bbq. Grill it for 30-40 minutes while you are cooking other things. Don’t forget to be careful when you open it up as there will be steam, toss onto a serving dish and away you go.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Dill and cilantro are both very good on fish. Thyme is good in any seafood chowder.

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Parsley adds a fresh taste and a spark of color to eggs, pasta, soups and salads, oregano is used in Italian and Mexican dishes and pairs well with fresh or cooked tomatoes, peppers, onions and can be used in soups, chili, spaghetti and/or enchilada sauce. Basil is used through out the world just as much at home in a shrimp spring roll from Thailand or with fresh tomatoes and fresh mozzarella or used to make a basil pesto. All these flavors pair well with olive oil and lemons. I make a pesto to marinate beef, pork or chicken from parsley , thyme, garlic, olive oil and lots of black pepper, sometimes rosemary or sage and some wine.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Parsley is low in purines.

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Yes, just fresh rosemary, olive oil, pepper and salt. Also on foccocia bread.

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Basil, parsley, rosemary, sage, thyme.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

This site comes highly recommended:

http://www.mountainroseherbs.com/seeds/seeds.php

While it does sell seed, you may be able to find plants too.

Otherwise, see what you can find at Henry Field’s; While they also ship seed, they have sent a few plants.

If all else fails, take a look at your local nursery.

Good luck!

HerbGardenGuy answers:

I work in an organic/natural/bulk co-op in Evansville, Indiana. We get all our herbs and spices from a lot of different places, but here’s some suggestions of websites I have used personally.

Http://www.mountainroseherbs.com

http://www.trilightherbs.com

http://www.beeyoutiful.com/goodness/

I suggest these three. There’s a lot of resources on the net now-a-days. Herbs have become a fad. There are a lot of “fonies” out there, people who water down the content of herbs to make more money. See, even if you buy echinacea, one compny might sell it at 500mg, while another will sell it at 500mg advertised, but really it’s 200mg with 300mg of a placenta powder of some kind. These websites I gave you are tried and true. I have more, but I did not want to overwhelm you.

As far as the book, I suggest the best books I have ever used. They are by James and Phyllis Balch, and I highly recommend all their books. Here’s a few:

Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 3rd Edition:

http://www.amazon.com/Prescription-Nutritional-Healing-3rd-ed/dp/1583330771

Prescription for Nutritional Healing, A-Z Supplement Guide:

http://www.amazon.com/Prescription-Nutritional-Healing-Guide-Supplements/dp/0895298163/sr=1-9/qid=1162479089/ref=sr_1_9/002-9775982-5112067?ie=UTF8&s=books

Prescription for Herbal Healing:

http://www.amazon.com/Prescription-Herbal-Healing-Reference-Disorders/dp/0895298694/sr=1-4/qid=1162479089/ref=sr_1_4/002-9775982-5112067?ie=UTF8&s=books

Prescription for Natural Cures: A Self-Care Guide for Treating Health Problems with Natural Remedies…:

http://www.amazon.com/Prescription-Natural-Cures-Nutritional-Supplements/dp/0471490881/sr=1-3/qid=1162479089/ref=pd_bbs_sr_3/002-9775982-5112067?ie=UTF8&s=books

If you have never been in the herbal/natural field before, then welcome! I’m so glad that you are interested. It’s been 3 years since I have had to go to a doctor because I treat everything at home, with natural antibiotics, natural yeast assailants, natural EVERYTHING. It’s how our ancestors lives, it’s how we can live, and it’s a wonderful, simple, easy life.

Good luck in your searches! Feel free to email me any time, I’d love to give you more information any time you need it. This all can be a little overwhelming at first, because there’s SO MUCH out there.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Sheridan Nurseries http://www.sheridannurseries.com/
Northeast of Toronto: Richter’s Herbs http://www.richters.com/

Avoid big box stores because their quality sucks. Especially Home Depot.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

A lot of the herbal plant products that are sold in the US are owned by big pharma. The big corporations smell money, the herbal biz is a multi-billion dollar industry. A buck is a buck. If you hate the Rx pill industry, and so big pharma, you can buy the herbs they sell you. They really don’t mind if you don’t like the pill company and turn to herbs instead.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Of those you listed, these seem to be your best bet:

pink jasmine
yellow raspberry
blackberry
blueberry
huckleberry
rose

Jasmine teas are very poplular and refreshing and healthy teas served in Japan. YUM.
If you have holly trees, you can make some tasty ersatz tea from the leaves.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Hi,
this is the right time for plantation.
First u need to clean the pot to make it free from worms.
Preparing soil is the important one. First collect soil, make them sun dry for 2-3 days. Then mix chuna powder (available in every Pan Shop) thoroughly n keep the mixture dry for 4 weeks.now yr soil is ready.add compost and soil (each 1/2)mixture in the pot and then plant.
For selection of plants search web.

Enjoy plantation.

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Herbariums, floral/fruit characteristics, DNA sequencing, tissue culture

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Herbal care for cats….. How about CATNIP? That’s fun. Recreational drugs for cats. Anybody can write a book, so listen to that little voice that’s telling you not to fall for it.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

You can make tea out of most the herbs on the list :

Rosemary
Blackberry : http://www.learn-about-tea.com/blackberry-tea.html
Lemon thyme : http://www.bittercupofjoe.com/2008/08/lemon-thyme-iced-tea.html

This site is a great help on what Tea is healthy and drinkable. You should check it out :

http://www.teabenefits.com/

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Bayabas
mansanilla
oregano
yerbabuena
ilang-ilang
pito-pito
kamyas
alugbati
langka
abokado

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Anti-christian – no.
Medicines have their base in herbs and plants. Usually you can treat an illness or condition with what is naturally lacking in your body. If it works for you great – no dr. Bills! Caution is always key though, which is why drs. Have patients.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

If it worked do you think there would be a multi billion dollar industry built around flea products that do work- like Frontline and Advantage.

So the answer is no- it does not work.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

In life, we will never be able to please everyone. To some the cup is half full and to others the cup is half empty. I’m one that sees the cup as being half full. Smile…

HerbGardenGuy answers:

We should keep our environment clean

HerbGardenGuy answers:

A good place to look for Indian herbs in Singapore is the Little India located along Serangoon Road.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Try www.bloomingdirect.com/kitchen-garden. They provide good quality of kitchen garden seeds and plants.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Hi,

You can buy Dream herbs plants from the following website:

http://www.arenaethnobotanicals.com/calea-zacatechichi-dream-herb-plants-p-101.html

HerbGardenGuy answers:

As long as it is a reputable vendor, then it’s okay.

Even garden centers get their plants through shipment, so I wouldn’t worry about the method of delivery.

Again, what is important is the reputation of the online seller.

Here are some comments online about gardening express:

http://www.dooyoo.co.uk/internet-sites/gardeningexpress-co-uk/

http://www.homegardenguides.com/garden-forum/england-uk-gardening-forums/213393-problems-gardeningexpress-co-uk.html

Just do a search for their name + “review” or “complaints” and you should find some information about their service.

Keep in mind, though, that every business has its critics and those are often the only ones you find online. So, just because you found some undesirable comments doesn’t mean they are bad. It’s just something to consider.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Www.mgonlinestore.com

www.mysanantonio.com

www.herballoveshop.com

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Chives are great, you can just put them in a little pot, and theyll grow great they taste amazin chopped up on a baked potato btw…

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Phoenix ? Hm. Depends on what altitude you are at…the high parts of that town are zone 6, and parts are zone 13 (it’s one of the few places in the US that has that….) and of course, you have in-between.

In any case, these guys rock, I’ve had to deal with them a bunch of times as part of my work over the years – they know what they are doing…

Http://www.horizonherbs.com/

Call them up and tell them “I’m in Phoenix and I’m a new gardener, what do you suggest that won’t let me down” – I assure you, they will point you in the right direction.

Also, bear in mind that your garden centers (especially the non-chains) aren’t going to want you to fail as a gardener with plants you bought from them – so they are going to have some good selections for you as well.

And if I were you, an aloe vera would be my first selection

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Basil and mint both grow very well from seed, and thrive in warm, humid areas. Both of those, the more you pinch them back, and use them (little amounts often) the more they grow. Make sure you put mint in a pot by itself, it will take over any container you put it in, and if you put it in a garden or a flower bed, it will absolutely take over and choke out anything else there.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

I ALWAYS have a few pots of basil and cilantro on the go, even in winter! I just use small pots (about 5-7 inches diameter at the top), fill with regular multi purpose compost and sow a few seeds in each one. Water well and leave in a warm room. Basil is VERY fast to germinate (about 2-3 days), and cilantro takes about 5-7 days. Once seeds have germinated remove extra seedlings so that each pot only contains 2 seedlings. Put them in a warm, light place (outside in summer, a sunny windowsill in winter), keep the soil just moist and you should be harvesting your herbs in 2-3 months. If you sow seeds every 6 weeks through the year you will never run out and they taste A LOT better than shop bought herbs. Both basil and cilantro are annuals so the plants won’t last more than a year (hence the need to sow regularly). If you want to grow basil try to get hold of seeds of Genovese basil (also known as perfume basil) which has the strongest aroma and flavour.

I also like to try more unusual herbs and have found that rocket, sorrel and purslane all make excellent little pot plants which give me salad ingredients almost all year round. Try experimenting with growing different herbs: I don’t know of any that are difficult to grow and your efforts will be well repaid. Herb seeds are cheap, compost is cheap and if you haven’t any pots lying around you can always use empty margarine or yoghurt pots with some holes pierced into the bottom. Enjoy!

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Salvia doesn’t produce seeds.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

With that much space, I’d put in garden beds rather than pots so the herbs have plenty of root space. I like raised beds and think they look neat, but YMMV. If you’re going to grow mints, you should put those in pots as otherwise they will attempt to take over the garden.

Keep track of which herbs are perennials and which are annuals, and keep the perennials in their own bed where their roots won’t be disturbed when you pull up annuals.

Calendula is a good herb to grow for skin creams and the like, as is lavender. I grow lemon balm and rub it on my skin and clothes in the summer to repel mosquitoes – you could probably make a nice lotion with that.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Yeah many herbs grow great in pots…you can either keep them inside or outside in the summer and inside for the winter or just outside year long depending on what types you have….you just needing potting soil and fertiziler every few months

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Mint you can just put directly into your garden after it grows a few inches. Chamomile seems to be a little bit more fragile after it sprouts and grows a couple inches I would move it into a little plastic container around 5 inches long then once it out grows that container then move it directly to the garden. I’m not sure about milk thistle or mallow same deal just transplant from the seed trays into slightly bigger containers then directly into your garden. It doesn’t hurt to be extra safe. Herbs overall seem to be pretty easy to grow and take care of. Hope I was a little bit of help.

Happy Gardening to you!

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1. No

2. Your choice. Plants are cheaper.

3. Cared for properly, no difference

4. You don’t. You water each plant the amount IT needs, when IT needs it, not on a schedule but on NEED

HerbGardenGuy answers:

You can put parsley in with basil, but both plants will get pretty big once they take off. Basil and parsley both love sun – not shade. Basil really likes water. It will wilt if not kept moist. Parsley likes water too, but not quite as much as basil. I personally like to keep my basil in a separate pot as it is the most sensitive of my herbs. I wouldn’t take the basil in until there is a threat of frost.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Check out the growth habits, growing instructions at Urban Farmer Seeds.

See pricing and maturity rates + plant cost

http://www.ufseeds.com/Herbs_c43327b2014c4f69e44584ded8.html

Hope this helps!

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They appear to be contaminated. They should just look like always when they send out their shoots for roots and cotyledons. A couple of tonics to help before planting are: Seed Starter Tonic. Indoors or outdoor plantings. 1 cup of white vinegar. 1 Tsp, of baby shampoo or liquid dish soap. 2 cups of warm water. Mix all three together in a bowl and let the seed soak overnight before planting. To prevent Damping off, that’s when seedlings rot off at the ground or lower level and die. Use 4 tsp of Chamomile tea and 1 tsp liquid dish soap added to a quart of boiling water let steep for an hour. Strain and cool.
Mist on seedlings as soon as they appear. The seeds are contaminated from something, molds?. Perhaps from their source? Maybe in handling? Perhaps the planting medium? Did you follow “Chi’s” pre-cleaning and planting instructions? They want their product to work so you and your friends are repeat customers. These two recipes will greatly aid you in a healthy herb garden. Your environment in the house is perhaps drier than a desert. You will have to water the herbs more frequently than if they were in the ground outside. Watch for drooping to indicate dryness. I bought a moisture meter from Walmart for about $5. To help me get the correct soil moisture every time, instantly.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Yes, if they are that big, you can begin fertilizing them. Follow the package directions that come with whatever type of fertilizer you are using. You don’t need to use it every time you water. Once a week is fine.

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Kitty…..Can you not get another pot?. In gardening you can mix and match as much as you like, it’s your choice. Yes, of course you can put both lots in one pot, what you may find later on is that the herb seed may smother out the strawberry seed. I would suggest that you keep them seperate. Happy Gardening.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Fold damp paper towels. Put each kind of seed in its own damp paper towel. For example, put four basil seeds in one paper towel. Mark the towels with the name of the seeds. Put the paper towels in a baggie and keep them about 70 degrees although this doesn’t matter all that much. Open each day after two days and plant the seeds that have germinated.

Buy Miracle-Gro which despite the hype actually does grow plants twice as big. Punch a hole or two or three in the bottom of a cup or a yogurt container. I use a drill bit to do this. Fill with Miracle-Gro and stick a seed in each cup. Water and cover with plastic wrap until the seed sprouts above the soil. Everything should come up.

Transfer to a garden when plants are three to four inches big.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

I think the clay soil will be your real enemy here rather than the shade. Still, i would give the following a try, they all like moist slightly shady positions and grow well in this way in my garden in scotland:

1. Spinach: does best in moister ground out of full sun (hot, dry location makes it bitter and run to seed quickly).Grow it as an annual.

2. Mint (esp. Water mint, Mentha aqautica). Mine grows in the shade of a wall under a cotoneaster and flourishes year after year. Perennial

3. Sorrel: (Rumex acetosa). Arrow shaped green leaves with a pleasant acid tang, somewhat like rhubarb. Use in salads or in soups. Again, mine grows well in its moist shady setting and this is again one of those plants that will run to seed faster when grown in a sunny dry spot. Perennial and should keep you in salad leaves for almost the whole year.

4. Chives (Allium sp.)- can deal with sun or partial shade. Perennial

5. Monkshood- (Aconitum napellus). I know you said you wanted edible stuff but couldn’t resist throwing this in too. Most definitely NOT edible (but very attractive), grows in moist woodlands and likes shade. Handle with care as even the sap is toxic in small quantities (wear gloves!) but very pretty dark blue/purple flowers shaped like a monk’s cowl. Perennial.

Good luck with these, i’m sure there are many more.

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Most herbs prefer sun, but several thrive in shade. Home-gardening expert Tammy Algood offers some suggestions on herbs that can make do on 4 or fewer hours of sun each day.

In gardening parlance the word shade rarely appears alone. It’s usually paired with other words that indicate the degree of shade. In your garden, for example, there may be light shade, filtered shade, full shade or partial shade.

Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis), a perennial herb hardy to Zone 3, grows well in poor soil as long as the drainage is good. It self-sows easily. Lemon balm may be used in teas, salads, and fish dishes or with fruit. Its dried leaves may be used in potpourris and sachets. Plants grow leggy and thin unless they’re cut back several times a year.

All herbs grown in shade will grow tall in an attempt to reach for the sun. Pinch the foliage back to keep plants compact and encourage new growth. Always use new leaves for cooking. Older foliage has a bitter flavor and a tough texture.

Chives require frequent cutting to encourage production of new leaves. Chives may be used in soups and salads, as a garnish and as a seasoning for poultry, fish and pork.

Parsley, a biennial herb, requires part shade in hot climates and may be grown in containers or window boxes. Italian flat-leaf parsley has an especially strong flavor. Soak parsley seeds for 24 hours before planting.

Sweet woodruff (Galium odoratum) (figure A), a perennial, bears star-shaped white flowers in spring and requires partial shade in hot climates. It prefers a rich soil and can become a pest if unchecked. Foliage is hay-scented when dried and is used in making May wine.

Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) (figure B), an evergreen shrub, prefers full sun but may be grown in part shade. It is very aromatic when brushed or bruised and is used in cooking fish, poultry and game. Rosemary comes in upright and prostrate forms. The latter may be grown on a wall or in a hanging basket.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Most herbs can be grown in containers,then you can put the containers in the sun

HerbGardenGuy answers:

I don’t know of any food producing plants that do well in shade.
I have full sun and have to protect certain plants like lettuce and other cooler weather greens…I also shelter my tarragon a little…but most food plants want at least 6 hours a day of full sun.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Most herbs, though not all, can do well with partial day of sun. Have you fertilized them? Depending on what types of herbs they are, they may be in too sunny of a spot. Make sure you are not overwatering them. Depending on your climate, they may have been hit by frost.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Here you go.
Http://www.pier55.com/home-garden/gardening/how-to-start-a-herb-garden/

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I’m not sure what growing zone you’re in but it’s probably either 4 or 5. I’ve gardened for years in zone 4 and the herbs that invariably survive winter include: Mint, Oregano, Tarragon, Lovage, Parsley, Sorrel and Chives. In milder winters and/or with a thick mulch blanket I have also wintered over: Sage, Thyme, Salad Burnet, Lavender and Winter Savory. Dill will self sow as will Cilantro and Parsley. Marjoram, Basil, Summer Savory, Bay and Rosemary are tender and will not survive your winters.
This isn’t an exhaustive list, it’s just what I have experience with in MN, but I hope it helps you out a little. Good luck with your herbs, I love my herb garden!

HerbGardenGuy answers:

If it is for Herbs, Don’t fertilize them at all. They like low nutrient soil. In fact, Fertilizing them could even cause them to slow growth or even die!
As far as vegetables go, I would recommend just using organic fertilizer. It is not expensive and it improves the quality and healthiness not only of your plants, but of your Food and your soil.

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Anywhere from $56,600 up to several million dollars. You need to get an appraisal. No one on Yahoo is able to give you even a rough guess based upon the information you provided here.

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All the flowers you mention are annuals, which mean they will only last through this season, so it is not worth bringing them inside – they may last a couple more weeks if the weather holds.

Here’s a link that will give you some tips for putting the garden to ‘bed’ for the winter:
http://www.sheridannurseries.com/GardenSite/subGARDENTIP40mainframe.htm

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Many herbs relate to the Wiccan religion. Nutmeg, clovers, things almost everyone has in their pantries. Also candles are good. Green ones, blue ones, purple ones. Wiccans also like most if not all plant life. Hope this helps!

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It’s going to depend on how much rain you are talking about. In the U.S., most plants need a minimum of one inch of water a week to grow. Many plants are successfully grown in areas where it rains every day but it depends how much. If you have a lot of rain in the area, you can amend the soil with sand or gypsum which will increase the drainage. That will give the water some place to go beyond the root zone. Checking with a local garden center would give you a good idea what would work best in your area

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I would get a long trough (preferably one she could either place on the sill inside the kichen or use as a window-box outside) and put separate pots in there side by side. That way when one comes to the end of its season, or dies off, she can replace it easily.

Also, if she doesn’t like the scent of one of your chosen plants, she can plant it out somewhere away from her window and put another in, and still enjoy the rest of your gift.

If you get one of the troughs with a separate water reservoir, she can fill it up and the plants will last through several days of hot weather without watering, but because they’re raised above the reservoir the roots won’t get waterlogged or rot. They’re more expensive but worth it.

Those herbs are all great choices. Lavender is a little esoteric for cooking but you can make ice-cream, cookies and other things using it as a flavouring, and of course you can also dry the springs for scenting your linen drawer as well as enjoying the scent. Lavender is an antiseptic too – when you have a bad cold, put bowls of hot water (or humidifiers) with added sprigs of lavender or lavender oil around the room, and it will help your breathing.

I hope your mother has a wonderful Mother’s Day and enjoys her plants for a long time afterwards.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

First of all you can order flowers online and they will be shipped directly to her–if that is what she likes.

I worked in a nursing home for six years and they ALL loved stuffed animals believe it or not—try to find one that has the voice recording message in it such as from this site:
http://teddybearinabox.com/reyoownso.html

HerbGardenGuy answers:

It’s really not all that complicated. He’s up early, and he’s harvesting herbs out in the fields. While he does, he muses on the special relationship we have with nature, and how nature rewards us with her bounty.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

About 60 days to full maturity

HerbGardenGuy answers:

I prefer to grow my plants from either seeds or root cuttings hydroponically, there are some really great hydroponic cloning machines out there. For instance the Aerogarden is amazing, and only costs about $160. I love that thing, it works extremely well. That’s what I prefer to do, you could get them to sprout by putting them in a wet napkin with some sunlight, and then plant them into some fresh soil.

That works well too, I recommend getting a compost bin, with those you accomplish 2 things. You help the environment by getting rid of your waste and you create very nutritious soil!

Win win situation in my opinion, everyone gets what they want and deserve!

HerbGardenGuy answers:

You picked the easiest thing to grow!
I had back luck with plants years ago and to get my confidance a friend suggested an herb garden.
Yes they will take over each other if planted together so use medium sized pots that could sit on a windowsill so you can keep them growing through the winter.
You can get a kit or just pick up the seed, plant according to directions but generally they are small seeds and naturally they just fall onto the soil and germinate so usually just dust them on top of the soil and gently cover with soil using your hand to brush across them.
To ensure good drainage just put an inch or so of stones in the bottom of the pot before adding the soil.
I started mine outside in the summer and was able to bring them in for the winter.
Enjoy!

HerbGardenGuy answers:

You should have no problem with nearly any of the usual herbs.
Rosemary, basil, thyme, oregano, parsley, cilantro, dill, lavender– all should do well. Some of the culinary herbs do better in scrabbly soil– soil that is thin or poor in nutrients– Just get some seeds and see what you get…
Good luck

HerbGardenGuy answers:

I find that sometimes the microbes in the soil like to take advantage of tender young seedlings. The plants rot off at ground level. I use a product called “No Damp” to help prevent this damping off. Getting the seeds to sprout needs to be followed up with thinning and keeping the wee plants growing.

Good Growing,

The Muse

HerbGardenGuy answers:

You say, “I would like to know ho much water I should give them and any other tips you might have to help them thrive.”

1. Unless you have large pots with good conditioned soil, a good south facing window that gets the most sun, and control over the kinds of pests that herbs have to deal with (spider mites are particularly tough in indoor climates) you won’t get the plants to “thrive” indoors. Most herbs in containers do the best outside in spots that don’t get to freezing temperatures (i.e., after danger of frost) where they get full sun. The only herb you mention that can do okay in part shade is basil.

2. Most herbs want porous, well drained soil. If you use a product like Miracle Gro soil you need to add some grit (you can use small amounts of sand, but perlite is not as heavy–something you need to consider when growing in containers). Be sure each pot has about 1/2 inch of gravel in the bottom for drainage and so that roots that make it to the bottom don’t sit in wet soil and rot. Use clay pots to protect from overwatering (which is what most people do). Most herbs like the soil to dry out before you water again, especially the perennials (thyme, oregano, and rosemary).

3. If you use a spray mister with water indoors or raise the humidity of the room you’ll make it less likely that spider mites can make your plants their home. As long as you’re keeping the room above 55 F or so, the temp of the room is not as important as the amount of sunlight and humidity.

4. If all you have is a west facing window that gets sunlight at the end of the day, you should consider using artificial lights for the morning hours or moving the plants from a different spot that gets sunlight in the AM to the west facing window in the afternoon. I generally do this with a spanish lavender plant that doesn’t get enough sun facing east where I live. I move it in the afternoon to a west facing spot, increasing the amount of full sun by about 5 hours. It blooms every year (and it’s already started this year).

5. Fertilizers like Miracle Gro can easily be overused when it comes to indoor plants, which won’t use nutrients as fast as plants growing outdoors. This can lead to toxic soil conditions and the plant will die. If you feel the need to use it, mix it in the amount of about half a teaspoon per gallon of water and use it each time you water instead of mixing the more concentrated one tablespoon to a gallon and watering with it every two weeks, which can burn roots.

6. I can’t stress enough: If you really want the plants to “thrive” move them outside as soon as you can in the sunniest location you have. Protect them from too much rain and wind.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Lack of sufficient light is the main problem that most people have with regards to growing herbs indoors. Be sure to keep them in a sunny window or provide supplimental artificial light for them. Also try using a top quality potting soil, I use Miracle Gro because of the slow release fertilizer which lasts about 3 months. The easiest way to have a good start to your garden is to get small plants/seedlings from a nursery or garden shop.Their knowledgeable employees can be a great resource for growing any type of plant, indoors or out.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Good Evening Jack Lapidus,

My first and most important tip would be: If you are going to be a gardener, than grow the best. What does that mean? Ninety (90%) per cent of the vegetables and fruits in the grocery stores are not the best as far as taste. Commercial farmers grow a variety of vegetables which can import and export better.

Examples: garlic. Most garlic is imported from China. The taste, smell and flavor is not the best, but it does export better than other varieties of garlic. Also, most people would not know the difference. They have nothing to compare. Cooking with good garlic is awesome.

There are many varieties of garlic. It is my favorite vegetable to grow. Try and get some garlic bulbs from Gilroy, California. They grow one of the best in the world. Their garlic festival each year draws people from all over the world. Hopefully, web site below can link you to a supplier.

Http://www.ksbw.com/garlicfestival/index.html

Corn is another vegetable which is grown commercially. The taste of grocery store corn is terrible. But the variety is easy to ship and export. I grow a Honey Corn. The corn ear is white, but every third kernel is yellow. It is the best tasting corn I know of.

I grow a purple green bean, because it has less insect problems and the taste is great.

I don’t grow strawberries, because I grow a Strawberry Guava Tree. The guavas off my tree taste better than a strawberry. Plus it bears twice a year. The fruit is very high in vitamin C. I eat ten a day (smile). I am sorry but I do not grow berries. I could advise you, but I only back what I grow.

I could go on but I hope you get my point. Some varieties are getting harder to find. But it is worth searching and hunting for.

Second tip: Soil. Buy a Ph soil test kit. Soil ph is very important to plants. Your plants are healtier. With good soil, you get twice the yields and less insects. Therefore test your soil. Most plants like a ph of 6.5. If your soil is too acidic add lime. If your soil is too alkaline add pine needles. Changing soil ph can take two years. Test your soil Ph every two or three years.

Third tip: Herbs. I grow a lot of dill, because we eat fish every week. Grow dill in your garden or in your flower garden around the house. The plant is too big for containers. My dill plants grow three feet tall. The wind can blow the plants over. Plant in three week intervals.

Rosemary is a good container plant, because you have to bring it inside in the winter.

I grow two diference varieties of Basil. Each variety has its own taste. Grow the plants right in the garden. Keep leaves cut, otherwise they turn to seed very fast.

Well Jack Lapidus, I hope you know about compost and fertilizers. I use chicken manure. It is the best. I mix the chicken manure in my home make compost bin.

I could go on but I put down twenty (20) bags of steer manure this morning on my lawns and my wife’s flowers. We are looking for rain tomorrow and all next week. I am a little tired, and I am not getting any (don’t smile) younger. Which reminds me. Start with a small garden. A garden is work. I hope these were the tips you needed.

You received these tips from a gardener with sixty (60) years experience. I started learning at the age of three (smile) from my uncle in the hills of Kentucky. I do not use pesticides or chemicals. I go out at night and hand pick the few insects. We do a lot of canning.

I have a 20×20 feet garden and nine (9) rare fruit trees. Each Christmas my friends and relatives receive a basket with a red and white checked table cloth. Inside, 1 quart jar of red and yellow tomatoes (with one clove of garlic and basil leaf), 1 quart jar plum jam, 1 quart jar of pickled green cherry tomatoes made with fresh dill seeds, 1 quart jar green bean, 1 quart jar bread & butter pickles, a bag of rudy red grapefruits, bag of lemons, bag of Mandarin Oranges, and a bag of dried figs. They love to see us coming, and we enjoy giving.

I hope this can be you in a year. I love to help other gardeners. You have a great day from Los Angeles.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

This should help solve your problem—

Chives with yellow and brown tips are a sign of poor soil. Unlike the other herbs you have planted, chives prefer a rich moist soil.

When cutting chives, cut them close to the soil line as possible. Regrowth usually results in fewer yellow leaves and more chives.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

No, separate pots. I’d go 8″ deep or better. Or better yet – in the ground. All those will do splendidly and come back year after year.

Except the Basil – it’s a short lived annual, so for a fresh supply, so some every couple months. And the parsley, which is a biennial. It will send up a flower stalk the second year, set seed, and die. So sow every year for a good supply.

If you grow them in pots, they’ll need a lot more water than if they’re in the ground. Keep the soil constantly moist if you’re starting from seed. When they are established plants, Water when the pots start feeling “light”.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Your herb plants need at least 6 hrs. Of direct sunlight or artificial light per day. Most people over water their plants; they see the top of the soil dry and figure they need water. Check to see if they need water by sticking your finger in the soil an inch below the soil line. If it’s fairly damp, it doesn’t need water. Don’t let them sit in a saucer of water either. They will get water logged and drown. Roots need air too. When you water, do it in the sink so they can drain off excess water. The ones that look like they’ve died need to be cut back. Many times the tops and leaves will dye but the roots are alive. Keep them around for a month or so to see if they’ll sprout from the roots. If there’s no new growth then throw them out. Also, thyme will develop woody stems. Keep it routinely pruned. All of the ones you listed are perennials except for the basil which is an annual. The perennials will regrow. Your basil seedlings will get leggy if they don’t get enough sunlight. Hope this helps you with your herbs.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Yup more than enough.
You may not even need it more than twice a week

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Angelica archangelica is the variety grown for candied stem, and food and drink flavouring. It has tall stems, finely divided leaves, and a wonderful fragrance to all parts of the plant. I have it here in UK, in a warm sheltered spot about equal to US zone 7-8. It enjoys well drained soil, protection from winds(which can blow them over) and self seeds like crazy. Every year I throw away plenty(sorry). I can see no reason why Angelica would not grow in Florida if you avoid direct scorching sun. Angelica archangelica is a biennial plant, but I treat them as an annual plant that if happy multiplies plentifully. Try a packet of seeds, they are easy !

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Unable to identify “bugs”; but a simple solution of dishwashing liquid @ 2 table spoons in a qt of warm water will ususally kill invaders. Be sure and rinse chives well after harvest.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

No. It’s illegal, and you don’t know if it’s safe or not. You know that if you sell a drug product to owners and that drug causes an illness to their pet because of you, you can get screwed…it’s not healthy for the dog, dog’s owner, and you. #1, you’re not even a professional with dog medicine? #2, you didn’t test it and don’t even dare test it on a dog or any other animal, because you can go to juvenile or jail for that? And #3, the dog’s owner can literally sue you if that medicine is not good for the dog and causes a sickness? I’m just warning you, but yeah…

HerbGardenGuy answers:

They are force grown and kept in a Chill unit thats why they die quickly. Garden Centres last as they are grown in the normal way and kept warm and watered

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Miricale gro and tap water any potting soil

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Hi:
Transplanting your herbs from the garden to pots will depend on where they are at maturity. If a Basil plant is in full bloom, I would wait until blooms die out. It sounds like you are in a tropical location or in summer time in the Southern Hemisphere. If you can, wait until fall to transplant your herbs as the herbs love the warm weather and will peak during this season. Fall will work great as you can transplant your herbs and either bring them in for the winter, (which they will continue to grow) or if your climate is warm enough, they should do fine in pots outside.

When you transplant the herbs into pots, purchase a light weight potting soil. Add some vermiculite and some humas to your soil. (Herbs love this combination) Containers need more watering then plants that are in the ground. You can also add a little pine straw or mulch in the pots to help retain the moisture.

There are evergreen herbs also that will do well year around outside. Rosemary is a perfect example. I hope this has helped some. I will link you to the spice and herb section of my website. There are different articles that may help you. I will also link you to the site map as this page has everything that is on the website. Browse through and see if there is any other information that may help in this garden or any other landscape project. There is a page also on container gardening. Have a great day!
Kimberly

http://www.landscape-solutions-for-you.com/Spices.html

http://www.landscape-solutions-for-you.com/Site.html

HerbGardenGuy answers:

They can be grown indoors on a sunny windowsill
They will do better with the help of a grow light also.
Transfer the peat pots into a larger one.
If you can’t easily remove the plant then just cut a couple of holes in the bottom of the peat pot
and transfer into a good indoor potting soil.
You can seperate on a newspaper as much as possible without damaging the root system too much.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Here’s a few things you can try for your Sunflower (Helianthus).
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Some insects don’t like aluminum. You can put it around the your plants but not quite touching the plants. When the sun hits it gives them a blinding effect. Also they don’t like the taste.
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A milk carton…if you can’t put it over the plant. Slice the carton and wrap around it. Putting the carton inch below the soil line. Then you can put petroleum jelly or a sticky ant barrier around the top on the carton thus not being able to crawl over the carton and unto your plant. This can work for Worms as well…which is typically the problem with Sunflower Plants. Night Moths, which then lay their eggs on your plants.
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At night…take your flashlight and try to hand pick them off of your plant. Throw them in your grass waste recycling…they can live at the dump!! Hey……a Moths gotta live too! He!he!
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You can try making Moth repellent sachets…which work good for the closets…it may work out side if you put them around the plant.
If you don’t have a sachet you can use the bottom of a pair of nylons cut it and fill it with dried lavender, whole peppercorn, dear chips or a 50-50 mixture of dried rosemary and mint. (A pet store may carry the Cear chips!) Then tie the nylon and hang.
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Planting Garlic Cloves close by keeps pests away!
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And just so you know:
Sunflowers are also prone to Verticilluim wilt….something to be aware of. Not that it’s going to happen…it just can!

If I think of something else…I’ll try to get back to you!

Happy Gardening…
SmileyCat : )

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Virtually all of the herbs will grow in pots. Pick your favorites and plant them in pots or window boxes.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Herbs can be grown in any type of container, they make excellent container plants. Most herbs are easy to grow whether it be from seed or nursery pots. It all depends whether or not the herbs need to be transferred . If the plants are to big for the pots they are currently in ( if the height is not proportioned to the size of the container) then the herbs will need to be transferred to the next size larger container ( a 4 inch to a 6 inch pot) you may need to add more potting soil as necessary. Herbs can grow very well in terra cotta or plastic containers as well.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Http://gustoso.wordpress.com/2009/05/19/growing-better-indoor-air/

http://www.thistlebrook.com.au/grow-fresh-air-with-houseplants/

http://www.ehow.co.uk/how_6593119_grow-herbs-home.html

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Growing herbs in pots in pots is a great way to enjoy them year round. For the same price as a single plant you can buy a whole bag of seeds. When your present plant dies just plant another seed and in a couple of weeks your back in business. In our herb club each member buys a package of seed and grows enough for everyone. We exchange plants and everyone gets an opportunity to have as many different varieties as we have members. The herb seeds will stay plant-able for up to 10 years.
Most herbs are pretty tolerant of drier soil. However, container gardening requires more frequent watering. The pots tend to wick off the moisture. I purchased a moisture meter to keep track of my plants when I first started growing in pots. You may need to water at least once every day. Make sure your soil lets the water flow out rather quickly. Standing water will quickly kill most herbs. I did see an excellent product while I was visiting in the UK called hypertufa.. Its a pot made from cement, sand and moss or other available light weight materials. Although it wicks moisture into the air it holds a lot of moisture from watering and greatly increases the chance succes by absorbing a great deal of excess moisture when it is watered. Most herbs enjoy lots of sun. Some will appreciate some respite from the sun on hot days. Moisture will be the thing you will need to monitor the most to keep your herbs healthy. Most herbs came from soils that were considered less than ideal. They can tolerate some pretty miserable conditions. Don’t overwater, watch for them to show signs of drooping leaves etc then water fully. Some herbs will last for years. Most will die after they flower and set seed. One way to extend their time is to cut off the flowers. The plant will continue to try and set seeds; But, then again, they are easy to grow from seed.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

You can grow virtually any veggie in a big enough pot or container. I grow a tangerine tree in a very large pot so I can move it to shelter when it gets cold. It grows very good quality, tasty tangerines. Obviously that’s a fruit, not a veggie, but I use it as an example of how you can use a pot to grow a large plant that would usually be planted in the ground.

Since you live in a cool climate, you should be able to grow all sorts of salad greens – lettuce, arugula, spinach, chard, cabbage, etc. You can also grow broccoli and cauliflower. If you have a deep pot or container, you can grow root vegetables and tubers such as carrots, beets, potatoes, onions, and garlic. Peas also like cool weather – you might want to look for ones that are labelled “dwarf” or “self-supporting” – or you could put a trellis in a large container and let the standard type of pea vine grow up it. I especially like snow peas, since you can eat the pod as well as the peas.

Be sure that the pot has enough room for the root ball to develop, and keep it well-watered (but not soggy.) Use a good quality potting soil. You will have to give the plants some kind of fertilizer, too, since the roots can’t seek out soil nutrients as they would if they were planted in the ground. Just experiment – if it grows well in the ground in your area, you should be able to grow it in a pot.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

They are force grown and kept in a Chill unit thats why they die quickly. Garden Centres last as they are grown in the normal way and kept warm and watered

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Miricale gro and tap water any potting soil

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Hi:
Transplanting your herbs from the garden to pots will depend on where they are at maturity. If a Basil plant is in full bloom, I would wait until blooms die out. It sounds like you are in a tropical location or in summer time in the Southern Hemisphere. If you can, wait until fall to transplant your herbs as the herbs love the warm weather and will peak during this season. Fall will work great as you can transplant your herbs and either bring them in for the winter, (which they will continue to grow) or if your climate is warm enough, they should do fine in pots outside.

When you transplant the herbs into pots, purchase a light weight potting soil. Add some vermiculite and some humas to your soil. (Herbs love this combination) Containers need more watering then plants that are in the ground. You can also add a little pine straw or mulch in the pots to help retain the moisture.

There are evergreen herbs also that will do well year around outside. Rosemary is a perfect example. I hope this has helped some. I will link you to the spice and herb section of my website. There are different articles that may help you. I will also link you to the site map as this page has everything that is on the website. Browse through and see if there is any other information that may help in this garden or any other landscape project. There is a page also on container gardening. Have a great day!
Kimberly

http://www.landscape-solutions-for-you.com/Spices.html

http://www.landscape-solutions-for-you.com/Site.html

HerbGardenGuy answers:

They can be grown indoors on a sunny windowsill
They will do better with the help of a grow light also.
Transfer the peat pots into a larger one.
If you can’t easily remove the plant then just cut a couple of holes in the bottom of the peat pot
and transfer into a good indoor potting soil.
You can seperate on a newspaper as much as possible without damaging the root system too much.

HerbGardenGuy answers:

Here’s a few things you can try for your Sunflower (Helianthus).
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Some insects don’t like aluminum. You can put it around the your plants but not quite touching the plants. When the sun hits it gives them a blinding effect. Also they don’t like the taste.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
A milk carton…if you can’t put it over the plant. Slice the carton and wrap around it. Putting the carton inch below the soil line. Then you can put petroleum jelly or a sticky ant barrier around the top on the carton thus not being able to crawl over the carton and unto your plant. This can work for Worms as well…which is typically the problem with Sunflower Plants. Night Moths, which then lay their eggs on your plants.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
At night…take your flashlight and try to hand pick them off of your plant. Throw them in your grass waste recycling…they can live at the dump!! Hey……a Moths gotta live too! He!he!
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
You can try making Moth repellent sachets…which work good for the closets…it may work out side if you put them around the plant.
If you don’t have a sachet you can use the bottom of a pair of nylons cut it and fill it with dried lavender, whole peppercorn, dear chips or a 50-50 mixture of dried rosemary and mint. (A pet store may carry the Cear chips!) Then tie the nylon and hang.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Planting Garlic Cloves close by keeps pests away!
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
And just so you know:
Sunflowers are also prone to Verticilluim wilt….something to be aware of. Not that it’s going to happen…it just can!

If I think of something else…I’ll try to get back to you!

Happy Gardening…
SmileyCat : )