October 7, 2017 |
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Weekly news from the National Gardening Association |
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 What Does "Ponics" Mean?  |
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"I am growing hydroponic tomatoes for a science report. I was just wondering what "ponics" means (I already know that "hydro" means "relating to water")." - Read the answer |
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ARTICLES TO READ |
All About CrocusA sure sign of spring, crocuses have low-growing, colorful, cup-shaped flowers that are a welcome sight in garden beds and lawns. 
National Gardening Association Top 10 Roses for 2017Out of 6,713 in our Roses Database, our members have ranked these as our current favorites. The list changes from year to year, but one thing is for sure- you will be happy with any (and all!) of these roses in your landscaping. 
Ripening Vine CropsYou don't have to worry about these vegetables going by before harvest time. The seeds inside them won't grow large enough to trigger the plant's stop-production mechanism until there's plenty of fruit already on the vines. Wait until all the vines die or until right before the first frost to harvest your winter squash and pumpkins. If you plan to store winter squash and pumpkins through the winter, don't let them get touched by frost or they'll rot. 
Making Pumpkins LastWinter squash are designed to last a long time in storage. But some basic principles will get you started with confidence. Winter squashes keep best if stored in a cool, dry, dark spot. Pumpkins also store well for months at a time. The other vine-crops must be preserved, pickled, canned or frozen if you want them to last, although some honeydew melons and large zucchinis will keep for awhile. |
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AWESOME NEW PHOTOS FROM THIS WEEK |
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NOTABLE DISCUSSIONS FROM OUR FORUMS |
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THE NUMBERS FROM LAST WEEK: |
| 642 members joined. 3,948 posts written in our forums. 637 photos posted to the plant database. 654 plants added to personal inventory lists. |
