With so much information at our fingertips, it’s easy to find advice. However, this also makes it easy for myths to spread. A wide range of gardening myths have been around for a long time. And while these myths are common, the horticulture industry continues finding answers to these claims. Let’s dig in! Myth: You can add pebbles or rocks to the bottom of a container to help with drainage. Truth: At first glance, this idea sounds good. During the last 100 years, studies have shown the extra material makes it harder for water to move through the soil. There […]
Category: Vegetable Gardening
Spring Garden Planning: Landscaping & Vegetable Garden Tips
What are your garden plans for spring? Perhaps you’re filling the landscape of a new home or starting your first veggie garden. Today, we’ll look at some tips to make those plantings successful! Tips For A New Home Garden If you’re a new home owner, you might be starting with a clean slate or updating the existing landscape. This allows you to be creative and make the landscape your own. Before you dive in, think about your goals for the property. Almost 20 years ago, my family moved from a wooded lot to a home on the prairie. We missed […]
Tips for Growing Root Vegetables
Looking for a head start in the garden this spring? Root crops are tough veggies that like cool weather and allow you to plant early. But that’s not all! You can add another round of crops in midsummer for a fall harvest. Many of these plants are extra hardy and let you harvest beyond the first frost to extend your season. Essential Tips for Root Crops Root crops are easy to grow but have a few requirements. Check out these tips before planting: How to Grow Popular Root Crops: Vegetable-Specific Tips Beets Have you ever roasted beets in the oven? […]
Garden Trends: Color of the Year 2025
Your 2025 Jung Seed spring catalog has arrived! Looking for some inspiration? Pantone has chosen Mocha Mousse 17-1230 as the 2025 color of the year. The color is described as “a warming, brown hue imbued with richness. It nurtures us with its suggestion of the delectable qualities of chocolate and coffee, answering our desire for comfort.” Jung Seed has selected a variety of vegetables themed to match the 2025 color of the year. It is a fun creative way to plan our your spring garden. We hope you will enjoy growing these vegetables as much as we did! Cheese Gourd […]
Exploring Heirloom Varieties: Preserving the Past, Cultivating the Future
The cultural and scientific significance of heirloom plants was highlighted last year when five varieties of seeds, safeguarded for almost 200 years by Choctaw citizens, were sent on a mission to space to help researchers understand how they might adapt to growing in very different conditions. Having been passed down through several generations with little or no intentional modification, the seeds of heirloom varieties of plants are highly valued for their long history and genetic purity. Gardeners who choose to nurture heirloom seeds can enjoy the unique appearance and qualities of old varieties of herbs, flowering annuals, and vegetables. Tomatoes are a […]
How To Create A Pizza Garden
Happy National Pizza Day! Each year on February 9th, the United States celebrates our love of pizza. According to National Today’s pizza survey, over 57% of Americans love pizza and 30% eat pizza at least once a week. There are many ways to celebrate this delicious food including creating and growing your own pizza garden. Select Your Favorite Pizza Toppings Pizza preferences vary widely among individuals. While some delight in the savory combination of mushrooms and peppers, others find solace in the comforting familiarity of tomato and garlic. The first step to creating a pizza garden begins with selecting the […]
New 2024 Spring Garden Catalog Review
The arrival of Jung Seed’s Spring Catalog for 2024 is exciting news for avid gardeners. It is an opportunity to explore new varieties and rediscover old favorites, whether one is gearing up for the spring garden or planning ahead for the summer. The catalog is a treasure trove of inspiration for everyone. As we immerse ourselves in the beauty of nature’s cycles, it is wonderful to have resources like Jung Seed to accompany us on our gardening journey. Do you have any specific plants or varieties from the catalog that caught your eye for this upcoming season? Annuals Annual plants […]
Planning Your 2024 Vegetable Garden
Updated: February 26, 2025 Where do I begin? We often hear this question from gardeners looking to grow vegetables for the first time. And with so much information at our fingertips, the process can feel overwhelming. Let’s take a few moments and explore the general steps to creating your first veggie garden. What Should I Grow In My Vegetable Garden? Create A Vegetable Favorites List When I began vegetable gardening, I had a long list of things to grow, and the real challenge was knowing what I should grow with my limited space and experience. As you start planning, begin […]
Broccoli Gardening Guide
Updated: February 6, 2025 Welcome to the world of broccoli gardening, where vibrant green heads of nutrition and flavor flourish in your own backyard! This gardening guide is your gateway to cultivating these wholesome cruciferous gems, whether you’re a seasoned horticulturist or a budding green thumb. Discover the secrets to nurturing healthy seedlings, and creating an optimal growing environment. From essential care tips to pest management and harvest techniques, our guide equips you with all the knowledge needed to grow bountiful broccoli crops. Get ready to embark on a delicious and rewarding journey of cultivating this versatile superfood! Broccoli Care […]
Easy Tips For Vegetable Harvest & Storage
If you are like me, your garden is full of produce ready to be picked, and you may find yourself overwhelmed with everything that is ripening at once. Fortunately, most vegetables can be stored or preserved until you are ready to eat them. Preserving The Vegetable Harvest If you are hoping to keep vegetables longer, consider preserving them by freezing, drying, canning, or pickling. The steps to preserving them are more complex than simply storing them, but you can have a stable supply of vegetables all winter! You can freeze nearly any vegetable to keep them good for eating. Blanching […]