Plant of the Month – Nasturtium

Plant of the Month – Nasturtium

Plant of the Month – Nasturtium Article & Photos by Jan Koehler, SCMG Scientific Name: Tropaeolum sp. Other Common Name: Nasturtium, garden nasturtium Type: compact, semi- trailing, single flower climbing Family: Tropaelacea Native Range: Originally Peru and...
When to Harvest Vegetables

When to Harvest Vegetables

When to Harvest Vegetables Revised Article by: Stephanie Walker Extension Vegetable Specialist and Assistant Professor, Department of Extension Plant Sciences, New Mexico State University Asparagus—Cut or snap spears off at soil line when 6 to 10 inches long, before...
Storing Fresh Fruits and Vegetables For Better Taste

Storing Fresh Fruits and Vegetables For Better Taste

Storing Fresh Fruits and Vegetables For Better Taste From the UC Davis Post-Harvest Technology Center The flavor of fruits and vegetables is influenced by maturity and quality at harvest and by how they are stored afterwards. To maintain the freshness and flavor of...