Growing your own produce allows you to enjoy all the benefits of gardening, including the nutrition and deliciousness that come from harvests that are homegrown. The following eight edibles are very simple to cultivate and can demonstrate how much fun it can be to raise your own fruits and vegetables:
Bell Peppers
Bell peppers begin as green fruits and can mature to a variety of colors including red, orange, yellow, purple, and even chocolate brown. If you pick them while still green, they will continue to change color but won’t become sweeter. Discover the essentials of growing bell peppers at home and how to achieve vibrant, flavorful results.
Blackberries and Raspberries
Caneberries, such as blackberries and raspberries, yield delicious fruits for both you and your garden’s wildlife. These berries also attract birds and butterflies. Proper pruning is key, but fortunately, nature makes it easy. Explore the methods for cultivating blackberries and raspberries, including effective pruning techniques.
Cabbage
Summer often arrives too quickly for gardeners to start cabbage from seed. However, even if you miss the early planting window, you can still plant cabbage in mid to late summer and enjoy a bountiful harvest by fall. Learn how to grow red cabbage at home, and discover how to make homemade sauerkraut from your harvest!
Cucumbers
Cucumbers are vining plants that need ample space unless grown in containers. Using a trellis can improve plant health and productivity. For a fresh taste of summer, find out how to grow cucumbers both in containers and in the garden, ensuring a successful crop.
Garlic
While garlic can be planted in spring, fall planting often results in larger, more flavorful bulbs. Ensure that garlic experiences enough cold weather to allow the cloves to separate properly. Get detailed information on growing garlic at home for a delicious addition to your kitchen.
Strawberries
Strawberries are a perennial favorite that return year after year. There are various types to choose from, some of which produce “runners” that create new plants, expanding your strawberry patch without extra cost. Learn how to cultivate strawberries in your garden and enjoy their sweet rewards.
Tomatoes
From large, meaty varieties to tiny cherry and grape types, tomatoes thrive in warm weather and are easy to grow in both decorative containers and garden plots. Using plant cages can support their growth and simplify harvesting. Follow these straightforward steps to successfully grow your own tomatoes.
Zucchini and Squash
Plant zucchini and other squash seeds directly into your garden at the end of the spring planting season. Enjoy soft-skinned squash when ripe and store thick-skinned varieties for winter use. Discover how to grow zucchini and squash, including tips for harvesting their edible blossoms.
Growing fruits and vegetables like these can be both rewarding and enjoyable. To maintain healthy and productive plants, consider using Sevin Insecticides and Corry’s Slug & Snail Killer to manage pests.
For optimal growth and increased yields, apply Pennington UltraGreen All Purpose Plant Food 10-10-10 to your garden soil. This nutrient-rich formula feeds your plants immediately and continues to provide nourishment for up to four months.
Always align your pest control methods with the product label and select the best options for your garden. The GardenTech brands and Corry’s are dedicated to helping you cultivate beautiful, fruitful gardens and savor the results of your hard work.