The rutabaga is a root vegetable that can be eaten raw or cooked. Its leaves are a flavorful addition in salads. It is a very good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, manganese, and potassium, and a good store of calcium, folate, magnesium, phosphorus, thiamin, and vitamin B6. Propagating Rutabaga The rutabaga is propagated from seed. With soil temperature of 45ºF –…
Month: June 2017
How to Grow Amaryllis Bulbs
Amaryllis bulbs, or Hippeastrum, are magnificent potted plants. They come in shades of salmon, white, pink, red, and orange. Some varieties are bi-colored. Usually, there are two to six flowers for every stalk. Planting the bulbs using two-week intervals will help you toward continuous blooms. You can keep the amaryllis indoors all year long. For…