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aka Frisee Annual Plant related to Chickory Height:  6-12"       Width:  6-12" Endive and Escarole are different forms of the same plant.  Endive has curly or crinkly-edged leaves and a sharp, somewhat bitter taste.  Escarole is a type of Endive which is hardier with flat, somewhat thicker leaves and a less bitter flavor. Types: - Curled Endive with pointy leaves. - Smoother-leafed Escarole Starting Seeds of Endive/Escarole Seed Depth:                   1/4" deep. Seed Spacing:                3 seeds per inch. Days to Germinate:         5-7 days. Days to Harvest:             45 days as baby greens.  60-100 days as mature heads. Seed Longevity:              4-6 years. Sowing Indoors: Spring:  Sow 8 weeks before your average last frost date. Sowing Outdoors: Spring:  Direct sow as soon as the ground can be worked. Fall:  Direct sow 15 weeks before the first expected frost date. Salad Spinner Winter Sowi

   Growing Hostas From Seed So you're wondering, can I grow a hosta from seed? Growing hostas from seed is a tricky endeavor, but if you have patience and keep a few things in mind, it can be worth your time.

Why Hostas Drop Leaves Early in the Season Hostas are known as one of the most resilient and care-free perennials you can buy.  And that's only a few of the reasons hostas continue to be so popular in shady or semi-sunny gardens. But when hosta leaves die back early in the season, the culprit is almost always lack of water.  

Growing Pumpkins for Fall Decor If you've priced the cost of buying pumpkins and other winter squash for your Fall display lately, you've probably discovered that growing them from seed would definitely be worth your time. 

Why Canning Jars Break There are many reasons why canning jars break. The good news is that it is rare that they do, and most common reasons for breakage can be easily avoided keeping the following things in mind.  

15 Common Canning Questions Answered The act of canning your home-grown or store-bought food is becoming increasingly popular as people begin to realize the precariousness of our food growing and food distribution system.

Basil is a warm-season tender herb with soft stems and leaves.  It's popular for many reasons.  It makes the perfect partner for tomatoes, not only in the garden where its strong scent may confuse predatory insect pests but also chopped and sprinkled on thick slices of juicy tomatoes, still warm from the sun. Popular types of Basil Christmas Basil Height: 16-20" This basil will add a fruity flavor to salads and drinks.  It has glossy green leaves and purple flowers. Cinnamon Basil Height 25-30" This basil has a delightful fragrance and spicy flavor.  It has dark purple stems and flowers and small glossy leaves.  It's us ed in fresh arrangements and in fruit salads and as garnishes. Dark Opal Basil Height 14-20" Spicy basil in salads, in pesto and as garnishes.  Purple stems, flowers, and leaves. Holy Basil Height 12-14" The leaves are used to make tea for boosting your immune system.  Mottled green and purple leaves.