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Tag Archives: companion planting
Sweet Corn Lessons
I’ve been experimenting with growing sweet corn based on the American Indian method of planting corn, climbing beans and squash together (the “Three Sisters“). I think it worked but I’ll tweak it a little next year. Problem 1: All the … Continue reading
Planting for Summer
The last couple of days have been spent preparing for some summer crops. With Frank’s new beds ready to go, I had the space I needed. Up went supports for the cucumbers and the cuke seeds went in the ground. … Continue reading
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Tagged bean, broccoli, companion planting, cucumber, kohlrabi, marigold, Pests, spring onion
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