Want to enjoy salads but are a little wary of those precut bagged leafy greens that line produce shelves? Time to grow your own -it’s fast, easy,and fun. Look to McDonald Garden Center for an extensive selection of greens that include gourmet blends, mescluns, red lettuces, Arugula, and 8 varieties of Spinach. Time from planting to harvest is between 35 to 50 days on most varieties. The herb basil is very popular and used in many dishes. Here you can find 20 different varieties of basil. Grow a little along side Italian Arugula, serve it up with sliced tomatoes, a little olive oil and a slice of crusty bread for a treat. If space is an issue - not to worry. A few varieties suitable for container growing include: Renee’s Baby Cut & Come Again Mesclun, Heirloom Cutting Mix, Paris Market Mix, Spring Bouquet, California Spicy Salad Mix & Baby Leaf Catalina Spinach. Among Basil choices look for Profumo di Genova Basil, Italian Pesto Basil, Salad Leaf Basil, and Siam Queen Thai Basil. Grow them in a deep container that provides proper drainage. Use a standard potting mix, fertilize every three weeks with equal parts of fish emulsion and kelp. Water regularly and provide adequate light. There is nothing else to do but - to Enjoy! |
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