The key to delicious habanero peppers is to harvest them at the right time. But how can you tell they’re ready for harvest? Do you know when to harvest habanero peppers? It can be confusing, but don’t worry! I’ve grown plenty of peppers before, and I can tell you all the signs for when to…
If you think corn plants produce multiple corn ears per stalk, you might be in for a surprise. Corn actually produces way less ears than you may think, and after some years of experience, I can tell you how many ears you can expect and more. Typically, corn stalks only produce 1 ear of corn…
Purple tomatoes are fascinating and I have been lucky to taste some! Indeed, they’re not as rare as you might think. They may be a surprise, but it’s an even better surprise that you can actually grow them yourself! Which one do you need then? The 10 kinds of purple tomatoes that can be planted…
Is silica used as a nutrient in hydroponics? I was shocked when I first heard this years ago because I had always thought of silica as an element that could cause respiratory problems. So the big question is: Is silica bad for your hydroponic vegetables? Generally, silica is a safe nutrient to use in hydroponic…
Spinach is a nutrient-dense vegetable that works well in salads and sandwiches. When you buy spinach, it usually comes in a plastic bag with leaves of all sizes. But how do you know how many leaves you need for your recipes? Which leaves are better? I got you! Generally, spinach leaves are classified as young…
Carrots with black spots are gross, no doubt. You’ve probably seen it before. But I am sure you are wondering if those carrots are safe to eat and still tasty right? Here’s what I’ve found by experience. Carrots may display black spots due to either pests or fungus. In particular, carrot rust flies, carrot weevils,…