Monthly Archives for June 2012
Sugar and Shelling Peas
This year I planted two varieties of peas: Little Marvel, a bush variety; and Oregon Sugar Pod, a trailing variety. I have never tried growing peas in containers before, so here is my progress thus far. Oregon Sugar Pod This … Continue reading
Fresh herbs
Fresh herbs are some of the easiest edible plants to grow in containers. Many (but not all) herbs are perennial plants, meaning they will continue to grow year after year. Here are the perennial herbs I have in my container … Continue reading
Radishes – A review
I did a companion planting experiment where I planted quick-growing radishes with slower-growing beets. The idea is that the radishes will be ready to harvest about a month before the beets, therefore loosening the soil for the beets when the … Continue reading
