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How to Grow Buddhaâs Hand | Growing Buddhaâs Hand Citron
Growing Buddhaâs hand citron is not very difficult. It rewards you with large citrus fruits that look very unusual and finger-like.
Citrons (whose variety is Hand of Buddha) are large and true citruses, which produces less acidic fruit covered in thick peels and fragrant flowers that are appreciated by perfumers.
Propagation Method: Seeds, cuttings
Height: 3-5 m
Exposure: Full to partial sun
Soil pH: Slightly acidic (pH level around 5.5 to 6)
Soil Type: Well-drained, loamy
Other Names: Citrus medica, bushukan, fingered citron, fragrant citron, five finger mandarin, goblin fingers
Growing Habit
Buddhaâs hand citron is an evergreen, large thorny shrub or small tree that grows up to 3 to 5 meters tall. Native to North East India and China, Buddhaâs Hand is a member of the citrus family and also called as Buddhaâs Finger because of its unusual and fragmented finger like fruits. These fingers form a cluster like a hand and can be between 5 to 20 in numbers.
Growing Buddhaâs Hand
Buddhaâs hand plant can be grown from cuttings and seeds. But itâs best to find a plant from the nursery.
Note: Lot of misinformation on the web that Buddhaâs hand cannot be grown from seed, but it is false. You can grow Buddhaâs hand from fresh seeds. However, it is true that its seeds are rare.
Planting
Planting Buddhaâs hand properly is an initial but most important step because it determines the proper growth of the tree, flowering and the production of citrons.
If youâre about to grow it in a cold climate, planting should be done in spring to early summer when the temperature starts to warm up in containers.
In tropical climates planting can be done in any season except summer, right after the end of summer is best planting time.
Requirements for Growing Buddhaâs Hand Citron
Buddhaâs hand citron needs a well-drained, rich acidic soil to grow well.
If youâre about to grow Buddhaâs Hand in a colder zone below 10, remember it is not resistant to frost and begin to suffer when the temperature falls down below 5 °C.
Choose a sunny and sheltered position from the wind to grow it. Water citron tree regularly for the first 2 years after planting.
Citron Care
Buddhaâs Hand citron is quite easy to maintain. If the plantation is done well and plant assimilates the climate, itâs a tree that brings great satisfaction with its heavenly scented flowers and prolific fruits.
It does not require special watering, except in warm climates and those suffering from severe droughts in summer. It grows best when watered only at the time when the top surface of soil begins to dry.
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Never do excess watering because it doesnât like wet feet.
Fertilize it with citrus fertilizer according to the productâs instruction.
Buddhaâs hand is not a houseplant, and you canât grow it indoors, although growing this in a container is possible. If you want a citrus tree that can be grown indoors, grow lemon or calamondin.
Pests and Diseases
Buddhaâs Hand has similar pests and diseases problems you see in other citrus varieties. Fruit rot, Brown rot, leaf miner, spider mites, cochineal, aphids, and scales can attack the plant.
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How to Grow Buddhaâs Hand | Growing Buddhaâs Hand Citron
Growing Buddhaâs hand citron is not very difficult. It rewards you with large citrus fruits that look very unusual and finger-like.
Citrons (whose variety is Hand of Buddha) are large and true citruses, which produces less acidic fruit covered in thick peels and fragrant flowers that are appreciated by perfumers.
Propagation Method: Seeds, cuttings
Height: 3-5 m
Exposure: Full to partial sun
Soil pH: Slightly acidic (pH level around 5.5 to 6)
Soil Type: Well-drained, loamy
Other Names: Citrus medica, bushukan, fingered citron, fragrant citron, five finger mandarin, goblin fingers
Growing Habit
Buddhaâs hand citron is an evergreen, large thorny shrub or small tree that grows up to 3 to 5 meters tall. Native to North East India and China, Buddhaâs Hand is a member of the citrus family and also called as Buddhaâs Finger because of its unusual and fragmented finger like fruits. These fingers form a cluster like a hand and can be between 5 to 20 in numbers.
Growing Buddhaâs Hand
Buddhaâs hand plant can be grown from cuttings and seeds. But itâs best to find a plant from the nursery.
Note: Lot of misinformation on the web that Buddhaâs hand cannot be grown from seed, but it is false. You can grow Buddhaâs hand from fresh seeds. However, it is true that its seeds are rare.
Planting
Planting Buddhaâs hand properly is an initial but most important step because it determines the proper growth of the tree, flowering and the production of citrons.
If youâre about to grow it in a cold climate, planting should be done in spring to early summer when the temperature starts to warm up in containers.
In tropical climates planting can be done in any season except summer, right after the end of summer is best planting time.
Requirements for Growing Buddhaâs Hand Citron
Buddhaâs hand citron needs a well-drained, rich acidic soil to grow well.
If youâre about to grow Buddhaâs Hand in a colder zone below 10, remember it is not resistant to frost and begin to suffer when the temperature falls down below 5 °C.
Choose a sunny and sheltered position from the wind to grow it. Water citron tree regularly for the first 2 years after planting.
Citron Care
Buddhaâs Hand citron is quite easy to maintain. If the plantation is done well and plant assimilates the climate, itâs a tree that brings great satisfaction with its heavenly scented flowers and prolific fruits.
It does not require special watering, except in warm climates and those suffering from severe droughts in summer. It grows best when watered only at the time when the top surface of soil begins to dry.
Never do excess watering because it doesnât like wet feet.
Fertilize it with citrus fertilizer according to the productâs instruction.
Buddhaâs hand is not a houseplant, and you canât grow it indoors, although growing this in a container is possible. If you want a citrus tree that can be grown indoors, grow lemon or calamondin.
Pests and Diseases
Buddhaâs Hand has similar pests and diseases problems you see in other citrus varieties. Fruit rot, Brown rot, leaf miner, spider mites, cochineal, aphids, and scales can attack the plant.
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HOW TO PLANT AND GROW DAIKON: ADD SOME ZING TO YOUR GARDEN
October 12, 2019 by Briana Yablonski
Raphanus sativus var. Longipinnatus
It has always seemed to me that daikon radish is one of the easiest fall crops to grow. Sometimes Iâve sown seeds and forgotten about them, only to return to large white roots.
Daikon radish, still in the soil, with leaf tops in soft focus. Green and white text to the middle and bottom of the frame.
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These radishes require little upkeep and store well. During the dark of winter, I love munching on them to add some zing to an otherwise dreary day.
What Youâll Learn
What Is Daikon?
Cultivation and History
How to Sow
How to Grow
Growing Tips
Cultivars to Select
Managing Pests and Disease
Harvesting
Preserving
Recipes and Cooking ideas
Quick Reference Growing Guide
What Is Daikon?
Daikon is a specific type of radish characterized by its large root. Itâs no surprise that its name comes from two Japanese words: dai, which means large, and kon, which means root.
Daikon radish lying on dry soil, with it’s leaf tops attached. In the background, more tubers poking out of the soil, ready for harvesting, in bright sunshine.
It also has a longer date to maturity than other types of radish, which makes sense for its larger size.
Like all radishes, it is a member of the Brassicaceae family. Daikon also goes by other names including white radish, Chinese radish, and Japanese radish.
Cultivation and History
Although daikon is widely grown and consumed throughout East Asia, it is thought to have originated in the Mediterranean. However, these radishes soon made their way to countries including China, Japan, and Korea sometime during the third or fourth century.
Vertical image of daikon radishes with their green tops leaning up against an orange plastic basket on soil.
Since then, they have been a mainstay in certain Asian cuisines, appearing in dishes including stews, stir fries, and ferments.
Daikon is a winter radish, meaning it grows best when it is allowed to mature in colder weather. Therefore, it is typically planted in mid-summer to early fall, depending on your growing zone.
These radishes are often used as cover crops to loosen soil and reduce erosion. This has given them the name tillage radishes.
How to Sow
As with other radishes, these are best grown via direct seeding. The date when you should plant seeds depends on your growing zone. Daikon radishes can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 2-11.
Close up of fingers placing daikon seeds into a shallow hollow in the soil.
Aim to sow seeds around two months before your predicted first frost date. This will ensure plants mature in time for harvest.
No matter where you are located, sow one seed every inch in rows 12-18 inches apart. Seeds should be planted at a depth of 1/4 to 1/2 inch.
How to Grow
As mentioned above, this crop is best grown via direct seeding. Before you plant the seeds, you want to make sure you prepare your soil.
Daikon radishes grow best in soil with a pH of 5.8-6.8. Although their roots can loosen compacted soil, they grow best where soil is already loose. If your soil is compacted, consider loosening it with a broadfork before planting.
Since you will be harvesting the roots, avoid applying excessive amounts of nitrogen to the soil. Too much nitrogen will grow large greens, but small roots.
Choose a full sun to partial shade location for best results.
Close up of two hands gently dividing seedlings in the soil.
Once you plant your seeds, make sure you keep the soil moist, and they will germinate within a few days. Within a week of germination, thin seedlings to 4-6 inches apart.
Plants will mature in 40-70 days, depending on the variety. Donât fret if part of the root is visible above ground; this is normal.
Close up of daikon radishes, the tuber visible above the soil, and bright green tops in gentle sunshine.
Water should be provided every few days if rain doesnât fall. You are aiming for moist, but not wet, soil.
Growing Tips
Avoid applying excessive nitrogen, to ensure development of roots.
Thin seedlings so roots have space to size up.
Loosen soil so roots can grow large.
Cultivars to Select
Daikon come in three main types: oblong, tapered, and round.
The difference between these types is in their root shape. Some are rounded with nearly the same circumference from top to root, some have more of a narrow and tapered shape similar to a carrot, and others are nearly spherical.
Cultivars also vary in root color, with most being some combination of white and light green.
Japanese Minowase
This heirloom variety produces oblong roots that can grow up to two feet in length. The roots are all white, and can be stored for multiple weeks after harvest.
Three ‘Japanese Minowase’ daikon tubers on a wooden surface with leaf tops attached.
âJapanese Minowaseâ
Ready to eat in 45-60 days, the âJapanese Minowaseâ cultivar is also known for being adaptable to sun or shade.
Find seeds at Eden Brothers.
Long
The âLongâ cultivar has white tapered roots with light green tops.
Close up of four ‘Long’ daikon tubers on a hessian sack on soil. In the background are two still waiting to be harvested.
âLongâ
This type can grow up to 14 inches in length. Expect about 60 days to maturity. It can be grown in the spring as well as in the fall.
Find seeds at Burpee.
Red
This variety has oblong roots that grow 5-8 inches long. The exterior of the roots is bright red while the interior ranges from white to pink.
Close up of ‘Red’ daikon tubers, with leaf tops trimmed, on a white background.
âRedâ
âRedâ is an heirloom cultivar that you can expect to be ready to harvest in as little as 30 days.
Find seeds at True Leaf Market.
Watermelon
An heirloom variety of daikon with a round bulb, this type is the star of the show when added to any salad or platter of crudités.
Close up of round ‘Watermelon’ daikon radish, harvested, with leaf tops trimmed.
âWatermelonâ
White or light green on the outside, slicing into these roots reveals bright pink flesh that is reminiscent of a watermelon.
These can be harvested when they reach golf ball size, or leave them in the ground longer for whopping grapefruit-sized roots. Expect 30-80 days to harvest.
Seeds are available from True Leaf Market.
White Icicle
Icicle radishes form white, narrow, tapered roots that reach about 5 inches in length at maturity. And this cultivar grows quickly â you can expect a harvest in just 27-35 days!
‘White Icicle’ daikon radishes harvested, with leaf tops attached, on a wooden surface.
âWhite Icicleâ
With a mildly pungent flavor, Burpee rates this cultivar as âBest in Class.â
Get your seeds now, available from Burpee.
Managing Pests and Disease
Pests generally donât bother these radishes too much, however, there are some that still pop up occasionally.
Insects
Different types of insects may go after the leaves as well as the roots. Luckily, they donât usually cause too much damage.
Flea Beetle
Flea beetles are little bugs that go after the leaves of your plants. If you see small holes in your leaves, take a closer look. You will probably see the beetles themselves, only 1/16-1/4 inch in size.
Close up of two flea beetles on a leaf. The background is of the leaf in soft focus.
Read more about flea beetles and how to control them here.
Harlequin Bug
These bugs may look pretty, but they can really do some damage to your crops. They are orange and black with shield-shaped bodies, and they feed on leafy greens.
If you only see a few bugs on your plants, simply pick them off and place them in some soapy water.
Close up of a harlequin beetle on a branch, with soft focus vegetation in the background.
If these pests take over your crop and require more intense intervention, they can be treated with a spray of neem oil, pyrethin, or insecticidal soap.
Cabbage Maggot
If you pull up your daikon only to discover that they are ridden with tiny channels, the cabbage maggot is likely to blame. These pests are the juvenile form of small flies.
To prevent infestation by these insect pests, consider employing a cover cropping routine. Another method to keep pests at bay is by using floating row covers to exclude insects from your crops.
Read more about cabbage maggot control here.
Disease
All parts of the daikon plant are susceptible to disease, both above and belowground. Again, these issues wonât usually prove to be too much of a problem for your crop.
Septoria Leaf Spot
If you see yellow spots with gray centers on your radish leaves, they are probably infected with this fungus. The best treatment is to remove infected leaves and/or plants. This will stop the spread of the fungus.
Black Root Rot
This fungus goes after your plantsâ roots, turning pieces black in color and distorted in shape. If it affects small seedlings, the plants may die. Unfortunately, this disease cannot be treated once it is spotted on your plants.
However, it can be prevented using cultural methods. Donât over water your crops and make sure they are planted in soil with good drainage.
Another way to prevent this disease is by practicing crop rotation. Since this fungus affects multiple Brassica species, make sure you donât grow brassicas repeatedly in the same area.
Harvesting
Daikon radishes can be harvested once they meet their date of maturity. Check your seed packets for recommendations.
Close up of daikon leaf tops growing in soil.
Keep in mind that although this type of radish has more of a capacity to grow large while maintaining quality than your traditional radish varieties, they can still become pithy and spongy if they are left to grow too big. Be sure to harvest before this happens.
If hit with hard frosts, the radishes will become spongy or die. However, the time to harvest can be extended by protecting plants with floating row covers.
Close up of the top of a daikon tuber in the soil, with bright sunshine filtering through the leaf tops.
Varieties with long and slender roots are fragile and susceptible to snapping. You can prevent them from breaking by loosening the soil with a pitchfork, broadfork, or shovel.
Once your soil is adequately loose, grab the leaves where they meet the tops of the roots and gently pull. Nowâs the moment when you get to see just how big your daikon have grown!
Freshly harvested daikon radishes in a plastic container in water. Sunshine bathes the leaf tops.
Once the plants are pulled from the ground, cut off the leaves at their base. With the leaves removed, the roots can be stored for multiple weeks under the right conditions.
To increase the storage life of your radishes, avoid washing the roots or leaves until you are ready to use them.
Close up of harvested daikon tubers, with their leaf tops cut off.
Daikon is best stored in a cold, moist environment. Therefore, the best way to store your harvest is to place the roots in the refrigerator with a damp paper towel or cloth.
You can wrap or cover them in the towel; the important thing is that you are providing a humid environment.
Leaves can be stored in a zip-top plastic bag in the crisper drawer of your refrigerator for a few days.
Preserving
These radishes are often fermented on their own to be eaten as a type of pickle. They are also used as a component of Napa cabbage-based kimchi.
Fermenting is a simple process that only requires three main things: salt, water, and time. You can read more about fermented foods on our sister site, Foodal.
Recipes and Cooking Ideas
Daikon radish is a versatile crop in the kitchen. It can be eaten raw or cooked, and all parts of the plant can be consumed.
You do not need to peel this vegetable, though some people choose to do so. One simple way to eat daikon is to slice it up raw into discs that can be dipped in hummus or ranch dressing.
A dark grey surface with a whole daikon radish, sliced daikon in a jar in liquid. In the foreground a white bowl with slices and a thyme leaf on top. A fabric tea towel with stripes on the right.
Another great way to eat daikon is to dice it into œ-inch cubes and then saute them in oil with garlic and ginger for a few minutes. Remove from the heat and toss with rice noodles, soy sauce, sesame oil, and your favorite fresh diced hot pepper or hot pepper flakes.
Due to their rough texture, the leaves are best enjoyed cooked via methods including sauteing and steaming. They make a great addition to Thai-inspired coconut curries.
Close up of daikon spouts, clearly showing the furry roots coming out of the seeds.
Daikon sprouts can also be enjoyed in salads and sandwiches. See our article on sprouts and microgreens for more information to grow your own.
Quick Reference Growing Guide
Plant Type:
Annual
Water Needs:
1/2 inch per week
Native To:
Mediterranean, East Asia
Maintenance:
Low
Hardiness (USDA Zone):
2-11
Soil Type:
Rich, well aerated
Season:
Fall
Soil pH:
5.8-6.8
Exposure:
Full sun to partial shade
Soil Drainage:
Well draining
Time to Maturity:
40-70 days
Companion Planting:
Marigolds, scallions
Spacing:
4-6 inches
Avoid Planting With:
Garlic, corn, potatoes, tomatoes
Planting Depth:
1/4-1/2 inch
Family:
Brassicaceae
Height:
10-20 inches
Genus:
Raphanus
Spread:
6 inches
Species and Cultivar:
R. sativus var. longipinnatus
Tolerance:
Cold, light frost, high air temperatures, depending on variety
Pests & Diseases:
Flea beetles, harlequin bugs, cabbage maggots, septoria leaf spot, black root rot
Grow Some Giant Radishes
Now that you know how to plant and grow these large radishes, itâs time to add them to your fall garden. Youâll be impressed with their size and how easy they are to grow.
Close up of daikon radishes, the tuber visible above the soil, and bright green tops in gentle sunshine.
To see how this crop can fit in with the rest of your fall plans, check out some other cool-weather-loving crops here!
And if you want to learn how to grow other fall crops, read these guides next:
How to Plant and Grow Cabbage
A Flavor Youâve Come to Love: How to Grow Brussels Sprouts
Growing Kohlrabi
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HOW TO GROW FENUGREEK
November 27, 2019 by Heather Buckner
Trigonella foenum-graecum
Looking for a new, versatile crop to enjoy? Why not try your hand at growing fenugreek?
Not only does this herb make an attractive addition to the garden, its medicinal value, soil building properties, and enticing flavor and aroma make this easy-to-grow annual one you donât want to miss out on!
A vertical picture of a fenugreek plant growing in the garden. One small white flower is visible against the green backdrop of foliage. To the center and bottom of the frame is green and white text.
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Hereâs whatâs to come in this article:
What Youâll Learn
What Is Fenugreek?
Cultivation and History
Benefits to the Garden
Medicine
Propagation
How to Grow
Container Growing
Growing Tips
Where to Buy
Managing Pests and Disease
Harvesting
Preserving and Storage
Cooking Ideas
Quick Reference Growing Guide
Letâs dig in!
What Is Fenugreek?
Fenugreek is a tender annual that is a member of the legume family.
This plant can grow up to two feet in height from a single hollow hairy stem, with stems that branch at the base. The leaves are small with three ovate green to purple leaflets each and solitary white, yellow, or purple flowers that grow from the leaf axils.
The leaves look similar to clover leaves and the flowers resemble those of common peas. The aromatic yellowish brown seeds develop in curved yellow pods.
Both the seeds and the leaves are edible.
In addition to its culinary applications, this plant also has a long history of medicinal use, as well as use in animal feed and as a soil building cover crop.
Cultivation and History
Cultivated worldwide, both the seeds and the leaves are used in cooking, most commonly in south and central Asian cuisine. Also known as methi, you will often taste its maple syrup like flavor in curry, dal, pickles, and spice mixes.
This herb is thought to have been first cultivated in the near East, India and North Africa.
One thing is certain: it has been used by humans for a very long time. Archaeological remains of charred and desiccated seeds discovered in Iraq have been carbon dated back 6000 years!
In ancient Egypt, fenugreek was used in cooking as well as medicinally to reduce fevers, and as an incense for religious ceremonies. It has also been a part of Indian cuisine for 3,000 years.
It was later used in Ancient Greece and by the Romans often as oxen fodder, to treat a variety of ailments, to make yellow dyes for coloring wool, and as a flavoring for wine.
Benefits to the Garden
Like other legumes, fenugreek is a useful cover crop to fix nitrogen in the soil, a critical nutrient for plant growth.
A close up of fenugreek plants being used as a cover crop on a fallow field. The bright green of the foliage contrasts with various mounds of soil, with the background fading into soft focus.
Nitrogen-fixing plants form a symbiotic relationship with certain types of bacteria in the soil that colonize on the roots. In order for fenugreek to fix nitrogen, it needs one particular bacterium, Rhizobium meliloti.
The bacteria extract nitrogen from the air and convert it into a usable form that becomes available in the soil for uptake by plants.
You can tell if a plant is fixing nitrogen by digging it up and examining the roots for pink colored nodules.
Plants that are fixing nitrogen are able to grow lush and green even in low quality soil, while those that do not may produce smaller, less colorful foliage. These nitrogen-fixers improve the quality of the soil for other plants by the addition of this important mineral.
This quick growing annual is also useful as a ground cover under slow growing crops. It will cover the soil before you know it, thwarting weeds, building nutrients, and regulating soil moisture.
Medicine
This herb has therapeutic roots in many traditions, and has been studied extensively in recent years for its effectiveness as an herbal medicine.
A wooden chopping board with a glass containing liquid and fenugreek seeds. To the right is a white bowl filled with the seeds, and a couple of green methi leaves. On a white background.
Used for centuries to increase breast milk production in lactating mothers, it contains high amounts of the phytosteroid diosgenin, a known galactogogue.
It has also been used to ease menstrual pain and induce labor. Fenugreek contains phytoestrogens, chemical compounds that mimic estrogen and bind to estrogen receptor sites in the body.
According to Maria Noel Groves in her book âBody into Balance: An Herbal Guide to Holistic Self-Care,â available on Amazon, herbs that contain phytoestrogens are sometimes recommended by herbalists and medical practitioners to support bone health, improve perimenopause symptoms, and reduce the risk of estrogen-dependent cancers.
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In males, it has been used to boost testosterone and sperm count. One clinical study of 50 male participants taking extract of fenugreek seeds for 12 weeks found an increased sperm count, as well as an improvement in mental alertness, libido, and mood.
However, this was a very small study, and conflicting research on the topic exists, so findings in this area remain inconclusive.
Research into its potential benefits for those with diabetes is also ongoing. Certain compounds in fenugreek may potentially reduce intestinal glucose absorption, improving insulin sensitivity, delaying gastric emptying, and reducing concentrations of lipid-binding proteins.
A close up of a wooden bowl and wooden scoop containing fenugreek seeds, behind them some methi leaves, and to the right of the frame is a small glass bottle containing oil with a cork in the top. The background is a dark colored wooden surface.
This is perhaps because the herb is rich in dietary fiber, but you would have to consume quite a bit to see a noticeable effect related to fiber intake!
Several studies have also shown effectiveness for improving metabolic symptoms associated with both type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
While fenugreek has many potential health benefits, it is important to always consult a medical professional before starting any herbal medicine regimen.
Use of this herb should be avoided when pregnant, as it has the potential to stimulate uterine contractions.
Propagation
This annual does not transplant well and should instead be sown from seed.
Seeds should be sown in the garden after all chance of frost has passed and the soil has started to warm, any time from late spring to late summer.
A close up of tiny fenugreek seedlings sprouting through the soil. Little green shoots on a light brown soil background in bright sunshine.
If youâre growing fenugreek for its seeds, plant in the spring or early summer so it has time to produce adequate seed pods before the growing season ends.
If using it solely for its fast growing leaves, sowing any time between spring and late summer is fine.
Seeds can be broadcasted or planted in rows 8-18 inches apart at just 1/4 deep. They should sprout quickly, poking through the soil in just a few days. Water regularly to keep the soil moist, but do not over water, as this plant wonât grow in waterlogged soil.
How to Grow
Fenugreek will do just fine planted in average, well draining soil, though it prefers neutral to slightly alkaline soil, with a pH range of about 6.5 to 8.2. Due to its nitrogen fixing properties, planting fenugreek in poor soils will help to improve the nutrient quality for future crops.
A close up image of fenugreek plants growing in the garden. A mass of bright green leaves in light sunshine.
There is no need to add fertilizer, but it is always a good idea to incorporate rotted manure or compost into the soil before sowing. If you wish, you can use a liquid compost tea or comfrey tea every few weeks to encourage more robust growth.
Fenugreek requires at least 4-5 hours of direct sun a day, and can tolerate afternoon shade. While it may be planted in partial shade in warm climates, in colder locations, it is best to grow it in a sunny spot.
This plant does particularly well in warm and hot climates with average temperatures of 50-90°F, and it can even be grown year-round in USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11.
Once established, thin seedlings to two inches apart.
Water your crop regularly to keep it moist, particularly in dry weather. Do not overwater, as waterlogged soil will impede growth.
A close up of purple fenugreek flowers. With tiny petals, purple on the outside, getting lighter towards the center of the flower, the color contrasts with the green foliage and stems. The background is more flowers and foliage fading into soft focus, in bright sunshine.
Pinch off the top third of mature stems periodically to encourage lush, branching growth. If youâre not planning to collect the seeds, prune the top 6 inches of the mature plant to encourage more growth and prevent it from setting seed.
Container Growing
This herb can easily be grown in containers. Plant seeds in a pot indoors on a sunny windowsill, or place pots on the balcony or in a patio garden.
Fenugreek is a shallow rooted plant, so you donât need a deep container. Use a wide planter around 6-8 inches deep with good drainage.
Fill the container with 2/3 potting mix and 1/3 compost. Sprinkle seeds in the pot and add a thin 1/4-inch layer of soil to cover. Thin to 1-2 inches of space between seedlings.
Growing Tips
Sow seeds directly â fenugreek doesnât like being transplanted
Keep soil moist but not waterlogged
Plant in a sunny spot or indoors in containers
Where to Buy
Though various cultivars are in development for agriculture use and for growth as a cover and forage crop, youâll typically find only one type of fenugreek seed at the nursery.
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Fenugreek Seeds
Packets of Trigonella foenum-graecum seed available in a variety of sizes from Eden Brothers. Grow them for the leaves and seeds, for both culinary and medicinal use.
Are sprouts more your thing?
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Sprouting Fenugreek Seeds
A bit bitter on their own, fenugreek sprouts taste great mixed with other types of sprouts. Large-volume packages of sprouting seeds in a variety of sizes are available from True Leaf Market.
Managing Pests and Disease
In the home garden, fenugreek isnât especially prone to pests and diseases, but there are a few you need to watch out for.
Insects
Insects donât pose much of a problem, except for one particular creepy-crawly.
Aphids
These small sap-sucking pests feed on the juices of the tender parts of the plant, negatively affecting growth. Plants may also become contaminated by the honeydew, a substance produced by the aphids. For more information about aphids see our guide here.
Try using neem oil or homemade insecticidal soap to combat infestations.
Disease
Particularly in warm or humid conditions, if your plants arenât thriving it could be as a result of disease.
Root Rot
This fungus causes yellowing of lower leaves, wilting, and stunted growth. Plants that succumb to root rot will eventually die.
If you suspect root rot, pull up a plant and examine the roots to see whether they look rotten. Planting in well drained and sufficiently warm soil will reduce the risk of rot.
Powdery Mildew
Mildew often affects this crop during the later stages of life, when foliage is dry and the weather is warm. Look for white powdery spots on the lower and upper surfaces of leaves, flowers, and other parts.
Apply neem oil to combat mildew.
Read more about fighting powdery mildew attacks here.
Charcoal Rot
This fungus causes discoloration and cankers on the stems of plants that may spread upward, causing the leaves to wilt and drop. It thrives during the hot, dry part of the growing season and often affects plants that under heat stress.
Adequate thinning and weeding of plants, incorporating aged manure into beds prior to planting, mulching to maintain moisture, and regular watering during periods of dry weather will help keep stress to a minimum, and reduce the risk of this disease.
Harvesting
This fast-growing annual will produce leaves that are ready to harvest within just 20-30 days of sowing.
Trim the leaves carefully, snipping off the top third of mature stems, and allowing the rest to continue growing. This will also encourage branching, which will increase flowering and seed production later on.
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After cutting, leaves will regrow in about 15 days. You can continue to harvest the leaves multiple times until the plant begins to flower.
When the plant bolts and begins seed production, leaves will become tough and bitter.
Seed harvest takes a bit more patience. Plan to collect seeds 3-5 months after planting, once the plant has finished flowering, died back, and begun to turn yellow.
The seeds develop within small pods, and each pod contains about 10 to 20 seeds.
Gather the pods by simply snapping them off where they meet the stem, being careful not to tear them as the seeds will scatter everywhere.
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Peel the pods open to reveal the yellow-brown seeds inside. You can also rub them between your palms to break them open, or place them in a bag and rub vigorously to separate the seeds from the pods.
Store seeds in an airtight container in a cool, dry, dark place and theyâll remain viable for 2-3 years. You can also use them as a spice in your cooking.
Preserving and Storage
Fresh leaves will keep for up to a week if you remove them from the stalks, wrap in a paper towel, then place in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Leaves can be used fresh or dried as an herb in cooking or tea. To dry the leaves, hang stems upside down in bundles in a dark, dry location. You can also dry them in a dehydrator or in your oven on the âwarmâ setting.
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Once thoroughly dried, remove leaves from the stems and store in a tightly lidded glass jar in a dark pantry.
You can also freeze the fresh leaves for up to 10 months. Take the leaves off the stems, roughly chop them and wrap loosely in aluminum foil, then put the foil parcel into a Ziploc bag in the freezer.
When youâre ready to use them, just remove from the foil, wash, and get cooking!
Read more about freezing fresh herbs in this guide.
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If youâre using the seeds as a spice, many people dry roast them to enhance their nutty flavor and aroma. Just roast seeds on medium-high heat for one to two minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Be cautious not to over roast, or they will become intensely bitter.
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You can also grind the seeds for use in cooking. But theyâre tough, so this is going to require some extra prep. You wonât have much luck with a mortar and pestle! Hereâs how to do it:
Soak seeds overnight in water. Drain, and pat dry with a paper towel or leave to dry.
Heat a pan over medium heat, add seeds, and stir. Roast them until their color deepens.
Add them to a spice or coffee grinder, and crush them into a powder.
Dried or powdered seeds will keep for about a year if stored in an airtight container in a cool, dark place.
Cooking Ideas
With a spicy, peppery aroma and a sweet and sour taste somewhat similar to maple syrup, fenugreek has a distinctive flavor that is delicious in all sorts of dishes.
This herb can be consumed fresh or dried. The seeds can be ground and used as a spice. Some people even like to eat fenugreek sprouts and microgreens. The leaves make a delicious addition to roti or paratha dough.
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Popular in Asian and Middle Eastern cuisine, the seeds are used as a spice in many traditional recipes. Throw a dash of fenugreek powder into your next coconut curry, or sprinkle it on roasted potatoes.
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You can toss some of the toasted seeds on your salads, or add them to a pickle brine. In terms of flavor profile, it blends amazingly with cumin and coriander!
Quick Reference Growing Guide
Plant Type:
Herb, annual
Tolerance:
All soil types
Native To:
Near East
Water Needs:
Moderate
Hardiness (USDA Zone):
9-11
Maintenance:
Low
Season:
Spring-fall
Soil Type:
Average, fixes nitrogen
Exposure:
Full sun to partial shade
Soil pH:
6.5-8.2
Time to Maturity:
3-5 months
Soil Drainage:
Well-draining
Spacing:
8-18 inches
Companion Planting:
Buckwheat, beans, cowpeas
Planting Depth:
1/4 inch
Family:
Fabaceae
Height:
2 feet
Genus:
Trigonella
Spread:
5-6 inches
Species:
T. foenum-graecum
Pests & Diseases:
Aphids, powdery mildew, root rot, charcoal rot
Grow Your Own Spice Rack
Medicinal, delicious, soil building, and beautiful, this one of a kind legume really has it all!
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Try incorporating it in your garden lineup this season, and impress your friends with a flavorful homegrown herb and spice that may be new to them.
Have you tried growing fenugreek? Tell us all about it in the comments below!
If you found this guide valuable, give these a read next:
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How to Plant and Grow Ginger in Your Home Garden
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HOW TO GROW CHERRY TOMATOES
July 7, 2020 by Lorna Kring
Solanum lycopersicum var. cerasiforme
Do you love the idea of picking sweet, ripe tomatoes fresh from the vine but arenât sure how to begin?
Cherry tomatoes are great plants to start with.
Rewarding for the new and experienced gardener alike, theyâre wonderfully productive and easy to grow â a single plant can produce a reliable crop of bite-sized fruits from early summer until fall.
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Hearty and vigorous plants, the pretty fruits grow in large clusters in a rainbow of colors â chocolate, mahogany, orange, red, yellow, almost black, and pink, in a solid hue or even with tiger stripes.
And the flavors of sun-warmed fruit right off the vine are absolutely delicious, from mild to sweet to tangy.
Because of the small fruit size, typically one to two inches, these high yielding plants often bear fruit in just 55 to 65 days, with some ready for harvest in as little as 45 days. However, there are those that can take up to 80 days to mature as well.
They also perform well in containers, so they can be grown just about anywhere, even on small balconies or decks.
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Sound like something youâd like to try? Then join us now for our best tips on growing cherry tomatoes.
Hereâs what weâll cover:
What Youâll Learn
What Are Cherry Tomatoes?
Heirloom Hybrids
Seeds or Seedlings?
Planting Gear
Growing Tips
Harvesting
Varieties to Select
What Are Cherry Tomatoes?
Solanum lycopersicum var. cerasiforme are thought to be the direct descendants of S. pimpinellifolium â the wild ancestor of todayâs domesticated varieties.
This ancient forebearer was a weedy plant, with small, blueberry-sized fruit. It traveled from the northern Andes into Mexico, and at some point, morphed into a plant with larger fruits that were suitable for domestication.
Todayâs varieties still bear small, globular fruits, although they typically measure about a half-inch to two inches in size. Those with an oblong shape are called grape tomatoes, but they abide in the same classification.
Varieties are classified into determinate and indeterminate growth habits, and several determinate ones are bred for compact growth in small spaces.
And like the standard sized Solanum plants, cultivation is divided into heirloom or hybrid divisions.
However, thereâs also a new breed on the block. Letâs take a look at that first.
Heirloom Hybrids
It sounds like an oxymoron, but heirloom hybrids are a new breed of tomato created by crossing two heirloom varieties, or an heirloom with a modern hybrid cultivar.
Theyâre bred for qualities such as best color, flavor, shape, and texture as well as disease resistance, early fruiting, and vigor â often using only heirloom parents.
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This results in plants with outstanding performance along with the deep, rich flavor of heirlooms. And flavor is what many folks find lacking in standard hybrids.
If youâd like to try out one of the new breed, âBlack Pearlâ is an heirloom hybrid with a deep, rich mahogany color and full, complex flavor â sweet with a rich, tangy bite.
Seeds can be purchased at Burpee.
Seeds or Seedlings?
To grow your plants from seed, they need to be started indoors approximately six weeks before your last frost date (LFD).
Photo by Lorna Kring.
Transplanting them outdoors usually happens about six weeks after your last frost date, or when the plants are around 12 weeks old.
Youâll need to collect your own seed from heirloom plants (seeds from hybrids wonât necessarily be true to the parents) or purchase seeds. Seeds can be purchased from your local nursery, online sources, and seed catalogs, which usually arrive in January.
And if youâre new to starting your own, our guide on how to grow tomatoes from seed has detailed instructions in six easy steps.
Alternatively, you can wait until spring arrives and purchase seedlings from your local nursery or garden shop.
Planting Gear
Once your seedlings have been hardened off and are ready for the great outdoors, itâs time to gather up your planting gear.
And donât be fooled by the size of the fruit â these plants are vigorous and can grow large and bushy.
Unless youâve chosen dwarf or patio varieties, the fruit-laden branches can be heavy and require support in the form of cages or stakes.
This helps to keep fruit off the ground and prevents branches from breaking under the weight â even with determinate varieties.
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Galvanized Plant Support
Cages come in different sizes and shapes and need to be sturdy enough not to buckle under a large plant, like this set of five galvanized hoop cages available at Wayfair.
For reference, hereâs a list of everything youâll need to get growing:
Cherry or grape tomato plants
Depending on the variety, cages or stakes are needed for support along with plant clips, twine, or Velcro ties
If planting in containers, they need to be at least 5 gallons in size and have drainage holes (a pot 12 inches in diameter and 12 inches tall holds approximately 5 gallons)
Bone meal to add to the planting hole for strong root growth
Potting soil mix if planting in containers
Plant food (use a balanced all-purpose blend, or an 18-18-21 NPK formula for Solanums)
For more detailed information on planting or container cultivation, be sure to check our grow and care guide for tomatoes.
Growing Tips
Cherry tomatoes are typically robust and easy to cultivate, but there are a few things you can do to assist with a bountiful harvest:
Plants are happiest in soil thatâs well-draining with a pH level of 6.2 to 6.5.
They require a full sunlight location â a minimum of six hours per day.
Refrain from planting until the chance of frost is past. Use a cloche or plant cover to protect new seedlings if adverse weather sets in (i.e. cold, wet, and windy conditions).
Be sure to leave ample room between planting holes â the fruit may be small, but the plants can grow big and bushy.
Set your cages or stakes in place when planting to avoid disturbing the roots later.
If youâre growing container plants on a balcony, tie the stems to the railing to eliminate the need for cages or stakes.
When planting, pluck the lowest stems and shoots from the main stalk. Then bury the plant close to the lowest remaining set of leaves, one to two inches away. The buried, stripped stalk will produce more roots for stronger growth.
To prevent future problems like blossom end rot, mix a small handful of lime or Epsom salts into the planting hole. Both increase magnesium levels, which can be blocked by high concentrations of calcium and potassium in the soil.
Pinch out suckers as they appear, to redirect energy into fruit production. These are the small branches that appear in the âVâ formed between the main stalk and branches.
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Photo by Lorna Kring.
After flowers appear, feed plants growing in the ground biweekly with a balanced fertilizer, or a tomato formula of 18-18-21.
Container plants require more frequent fertilizing and may need to be fed weekly. If so, use a diluted, half-strength formula to compensate for the increased frequency of application.
Plants perform best with a deep weekly watering rather than frequent light watering.
If space is an issue, look for dwarf or patio varieties. These are determinate plants bred for compact growth. For details on the differences, read our guide to learn more about determinate and indeterminate varieties.
Harvesting
Harvest when the fruits have changed to their expected color. This can be from six to 10 weeks after pollination, depending on the weather and the varieties youâve chosen.
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When ripe, fruit will come away from the stem with a gentle tug or twist.
Pick ripe fruit every day or two to encourage a continuous bloom set and greater production.
Varieties to Select
For ideas on what varieties would best suit your needs, check our review of 17 of the best cherry tomatoes.
In the meantime, here are a few suggestions to get you started:
Baby Boomer
A compact hybrid variety, âBaby Boomerâ delivers a big payload with yields of over 300 red, one-inch fruits per plant, produced all summer long and right until first frost.
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âBaby Boomerâ
Fruits mature in 50 to 55 days on determinate plants that reach 20 to 25 inches.
Pick up seeds or three-packs of plants at Burpee.
Black Cherry
âBlack Cherryâ is an heirloom with a rich heritage that shows in its complex, sweet flavor and firm texture.
The one-inch fruits ripen to a deep, dark mahogany brown, and stems are laden throughout the hot summer months.
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âBlack Cherryâ
Indeterminate plants grow to 60 inches and fruit matures in 64 days. This variety is naturally disease resistant.
You can purchase seeds at Eden Brothers.
Sungold
Perhaps the most popular cherry tomato, âSungoldâ is a highly prolific vine with large clusters of tangerine-orange fruits.
âSungoldâ
Delicious fresh off the vine, on the grill, and in salads. An indeterminate plant, fruits ripen in 57 days and vines grow 48 to 60 inches.
Seeds can be purchased at True Leaf Market.
Recipes and Cooking Ideas
Donât panic when these prolific plants deliver a bumper crop!
Instead, let your homegrown harvest shine. Tossed into salads or made into salsa or a fresh marinara, used as a tasty topping for homemade pizza, or cooked down into preserves, sweet cherry tomatoes are one of the most delicious rewards of the summer garden.
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Photo by Meghan Yager.
Try this corn and cream cheese dip with cherry tomatoes from our sister site, Foodal, for a tasty appetizer.
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Photo by Felicia Lim.
Roasted cherry tomatoes with shrimp and feta, also from Foodal, make a tasty entree option.
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Or, if youâre not in the mood for seafood, give these chicken cutlets with tomatoes a whirl on a busy weeknight, also from Foodal.
Delicious Bite-Sized Gems
Prolific, hardy, and reliable, cherry tomatoes are an easy and fulfilling introduction to growing your own Solanums.
Choose varieties for containers or the garden, give indeterminate varieties some support, and follow our tips for an abundance of delicious bite-sized fruits all summer.
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Do you folks have any favorite varieties youâd like to recommend? Drop us a note in the comments below.
And for more tomato knowledge, add these growing guides to your reading list:
The Top 10 Reasons to Love Tomatoes and Add More to Your Diet
15 of the Best Canning Tomatoes You Should Grow
How To Identify, Prevent, and Treat Common Tomato Diseases
How to Make Tomatoes Turn Red When They Refuse to Ripen on the Vine
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How to Grow Okra
Long popular in the Southern United States, okra is making inroads in vegetable gardens across the country. The pod-like fruit is a wonderful addition to soups and stews.
Cost $
Skill Level
Start to Finish 2+ Days
TOOLS
hoe
MATERIALS
okra seeds
compost
fertilizer
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction
Step 1:Soak the Seeds
Step 2:Prepare the Site
Step 3:Plant the Seeds
Step 4:Cultivate the Plants
Step 5:Harvest the Okra
INTRODUCTION
Purchase the Seeds
Okra is related to the hibiscus, and as such it produces large ornamental flowers. The green pod-like fruits are very popular in the Southern United States, where they are enjoyed in soups and stews. Okra does not transplant well, so most gardeners grow their crops from seed. Popular seed varieties include Emerald, Clemson Spineless and Green Velvet.
STEP 1
Speed Up Germination Process by Soaking Okra Seeds
Soak the Seeds
Okra is easy to grow but the seeds have a hard coat that can slow germination. To speed up the process, soak the seeds overnight in warm water before planting. Wrapping the seeds in moist paper towels also works well.
STEP 2
Prepare the Site
Okras require full sun (at least 8 hours a day) and prefer soil that is loose, fertile and slightly alkaline. If the soil is more acidic, work some lime into the bed a few months before planting. Enrich the soil with compost, turning it into the bed with a rake. Finally, add a half cup of slow-release 5-10-10 fertilizer for every 20 square feet of garden space.
STEP 3
Plant the Seeds
It is best to plant okra after daytime temps hit 85 degrees and nighttime temps reach the low 60s. Use a garden hoe to make 1″-deep furrows in the garden bed. Space the furrows 24″ apart. Place the presoaked seeds into the furrows, spacing them 6″ apart. Gently rake the soil over the seeds to cover them. After lightly firming the soil, water the seeds well. Place a garden marker to indicate the crops.
STEP 4
Cultivate Okra Plants
Cultivate the Plants
When the seedlings reach approximately 2″ tall, thin the plants to one every foot. Apply a generous layer of mulch around the plants, but do not let the mulch come in contact with the stems. Okra grows very rapidly in hot weather, and the leafy plants do a great job of shading out competing weeds. Frequent watering is necessary during the germination and flowering stages, but after that okra can tolerate dry conditions. However, during extended dry periods, a deep soaking once every 10 days should be adequate.
STEP 5
Harvest Okra Pods with Garden Shears
Harvest the Okra
In warm weather the immature fruit pods grow very rapidly, often reaching full size in just a couple days. When the pods reach about 2″ to 3″ long, remove them from the plant with pruning shears. Left too long on the plant and the fruit becomes woody and tough. The pods should be picked often to encourage continued production. The plants will grow and bear fruit right up until frost.
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HOW TO GROW BEETS IN CONTAINERS
February 13, 2020 by Laura Ojeda Melchor
I admit it: I havenât always loved beets (Beta vulgaris).
But that all changed the day I tried home-pickled beets in a sandwich for the first time, and was shocked by how much more flavorful they were than the ones that come in a can.
Home-pickled beets taste fantastic in all sorts of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes, and the recipe I use is this one, from our sister site Foodal.
Nothing makes me feel cozier than the idea of a root cellar filled with homegrown beets and other root vegetables with a long storage life.
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But does anyone even have a root cellar anymore?
If you do, Iâm supremely jealous.
Since most of us arenât lucky enough to have adorable root cellars in our backyards, we have to resort to purchasing store-bought veggies at some point during the year.
It either gets too hot outside to grow root vegetables, or too cold, thanks to the frozen ground and all that.
If you are lucky enough to be able to grow these tasty roots outside practically all year, see our complete guide to growing beets.
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Thanks to modern HVAC systems and grow lights, you can grow juicy, ruby-colored beetroot in containers year-round.
In this article, Iâll show you exactly how to do it.
What Youâll Learn
The Best Weather
Choose the Right Container
Prepare the Soil
How to Sow
How to Grow
Growing Tips
Cultivars to Select
Managing Pests and Disease
Harvest Time
The Best Weather
You can grow beets in containers indoors or outdoors.
For outdoor container growing, the hardy roots do well in a wide range of USDA Hardiness Zones: anywhere from Zone 2 with its extreme low of -50°F to Zone 10 with its low of 30°F.
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Beets are as versatile as they are colorful. But keep this in mind: they love cool weather and scads of sunshine.
Members of the goosefoot, or Chenopodiaceae family, beets are closely related to chard, the difference being that chard is grown for its leafy greens, not the roots.
You can grow beets outdoors in containers through fall, winter, and spring if you have a greenhouse or a cold frame and you live in USDA Hardiness Zones 7-10.
In Zones 2-6, youâll need to bring them inside for the winter. But that doesnât mean you can ignore the temperature set on your thermostat. Beets like temperatures that sit right around 50-70°F.
You donât want your home or greenhouse to be too hot, or too cold.
For reference, when itâs -10°F outside here in the Anchorage area of Alaska, I tend to set my houseâs heater at 67°F â perfect for growing beets!
Choose the Right Container
The most important thing to consider when growing this root vegetable is the depth of your container.
Beets need a pot thatâs ten inches deep at the very least, so the roots have plenty of room to grow and stretch.
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The container can be as wide or long as you want it to be, depending on how many beets youâd like to plant.
Keep in mind that they need to be sowed three inches apart in order to have enough room to mature.
For a nice-sized crop, try a 15- to 20-gallon soft-sided Smart Pot, available on Amazon.
15-Gallon Smart Pot
Keep in mind that a pot this big is best for growing veggies on a deck or porch â itâs too cumbersome for indoor gardening or moving around.
A longer hard-sided planter like this one from the Home Depot is also an excellent choice.
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10-inch Hard Sided Planter
At 10 inches deep and 26 inches long, itâs the perfect size for an indoor crop.
Make sure the container has drainage holes â and consider spreading small pebbles over the bottom of the container so any excess water can drain down below the soil and the roots donât get waterlogged.
Prepare the Soil
You can use garden soil for an indoor or outdoor container, but you may have to amend it. Beets need a pH of 6.0-7.0, so if youâre using soil from the yard, itâs worth conducting a soil test.
They need well-draining, light soil to allow the roots to expand as they develop.
To make a healthy soil from your own materials, add well-rotted manure or compost to garden soil and mix in some bone meal for additional phosphorous, if you need to.
Your soil should be light and fluffy. If itâs too heavy, your roots might turn out looking like this:
A vertical picture showing a beet root that has become deformed before harvest, with the bright purple stems still visible, but the foliage removed, set on a black surface with a small white sign with black text to the right of the frame.
For prepackaged potting soil, I love Miracle-Gro Natureâs Care Natural and Organic Potting Mix, available from Home Depot.
Itâs fluffy soil that drains well.
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Natureâs Care Natural Organic Potting Mix
If you didnât mix compost into your garden-amended soil or are using store-bought potting mix, you may need to add a little fertilizer.
I like to use a balanced vegetable-specific fertilizer for my plantsâ nitrogen, phosphorous, and potassium needs.
My favorite vegetable fertilizer is this organic option from Dr. Earth, available on Amazon.
It smells funky â kind of like a horse barn â but itâs safe for use around pets and people, which is important to me as the parent of both a child and a dog.
Dr. Earth Organic Balanced Fertilizer
Simply mix one or two tablespoons of the fertilizer into every four square inches of soil. And remember to blend the fertilizer thoroughly into the dirt before you plant.
I failed to do this with my basil plant recently. Since I didnât want to disturb the tender new leaves, I shook a little bit of Dr. Earth fertilizer on the soil around the leaves and then watered it in.
A couple days later, I found fuzzy white mold â saprophytic fungus â all over the surface of the soil.
A close up of a round red ceramic pot with tiny green shoots pushing up through the soil, and a fungal mold on the top of the potting soil.
Photo by Laura Melchor.
After doing a bit of research, I discovered that saprophytic fungus is harmless to your plant, but itâs unsightly.
The mold develops because potting soil is already full of fungi that are good for your plant.
When you sprinkle organic fertilizer onto the surface of your potting mix without working it in, the fungi in the soil start feeding on the nutrients.
The high concentration of fertilizer in one place is basically a dream buffet for the fungi â and itâs a sign that the fertilizer is working just as it should.
So instead of freaking out, just take a fork or trowel and gently mix the moldy goodness into the soil.
A close up of a small red circular plant pot with two tiny shoots pushing up and a fork from the left of the frame digging the earth.
Photo by Laura Melchor.
Now that weâve cleared that up, letâs move on to the actual sowing of your seeds!
How to Sow
While you can technically start beets in seedling trays, the delicate roots can get blunted or damaged easily if you arenât extremely careful when transplanting.
If youâre planning to grow a beet crop on your deck in early spring and itâs still too cold out to keep the plant outside, you can start the seeds indoors in two-inch-deep seed trays or a biodegradable starter tray.
Youâll want to do this just two to three weeks before the average last frost date, when the weather warms up enough for your beets to survive outdoors.
Once the seedlings are about two inches tall, itâs time to transplant them into deeper containers.
Sowing the seeds directly into your containers is usually the best option.
Now, onto the actual sowing process.
Beetroot seeds strike an uncanny resemblance to a handful of nutritious cereal.
A close up background picture of light brown beet seeds, ready for sowing.
This is because each seed youâll get in a packet is actually a spiky protective pod containing several smaller seeds. Or you can get a monogerm variety, which has one seed per pod.
To help with germination, soak the pods in warm water for two to three hours before you sow. This helps to open them up.
Spaced three inches apart, poke one-inch-deep holes into the soil with your finger.
Drop two of these delightfully funky seeds into each hole and cover lightly with soil. That way if one seedling doesnât sprout, you still have another.
The same guidelines apply if youâre planting in seed trays.
A close up of a hand holding beet seeds in the palm.
Now youâre ready to give your seeds a good soaking.
How to Grow
Iâve got a lovely container garden going in my home office right now, and I used to carry each container to the kitchen and water it with the gentle rain feature on my kitchen faucet.
Obviously, this was rather time-consuming. Especially since I tried to water each of my containers without my toddler catching me â or inadvertently tripping me.
And with beets, dragging a 10-inch-deep container all over the place would be even harder.I solved the problem by getting this little galvanized watering can from Amazon.
A close up of a small galvanized steel watering can held in the palm of a hand on a green background.
Photo by Laura Melchor.
It fits in the palm of my hand and I can use it to water all of my office plants with just two trips to the faucet.
My other favorite thing about this watering can is its sprinkle spout.
Instead of a fat stream of water that displaces teensy new seeds in a heartbeat, the watering can gently and evenly drizzles water on the soil.
A close up of a white watering can pouring water onto small seedlings planted in dark earth on a soft focus green background.
Make sure to use a similar method to water your freshly planted seeds so they donât move around.
After planting, water them thoroughly.
If the seeds are growing in seed trays with covers on them or any other sort of humidity-retaining feature, you will probably only need to water them every two or three days.
In pots or containers, the moisture tends to evaporate more quickly, so water every other day.
A close up of a round plastic container with small beet seedlings pushing through the dark earthy soil. In the background is lawn in soft focus.
Your seeds should germinate within five to ten days. After that, water your seedlings when the top inch of soil dries out. You want to keep the soil moist, but not waterlogged.
Thin the seedlings about a week after germination by cutting the weaker stems at their base with a pair of sharp, clean scissors.
You probably wonât meet too many weeds unless you used garden soil to pot your beet seeds, but if you do see weeds, tug them out right away so that they donât steal any water or food from your roots.
Read on to discover the most important not-so-secret secret to growing great beets.
Provide Plenty of Light
Here it is: beets love sunshine.
If youâre growing this root vegetable on a brightly lit deck, thatâs perfect.
A top down close up of a beet plant with bright green foliage and purple stems growing in a round black pot, set on a tiled surface.
Beets need six to eight hours of sunlight, whether theyâre grown in containers indoors or outdoors.
For indoor growers, placing your container on a milk crate, chair, or table next to a sunny window can work to help them germinate and grow.
Make sure the window provides at least six hours of direct sunlight per day.
If youâre like me and live in a location where it tends to be pretty dark (and cold) in the winter, youâll need a grow light.
With this budget-friendly grow light thatâs available from Amazon, my seeds have all germinated in six or seven days. Even the carrots I recently sowed â and those can take up to two weeks.
LED Dual Head Clip-on Grow Light
While you can set it on just a red-blue combination for germination and chlorophyll synthesis or a yellow-bulb-only setting for full-spectrum photosynthesis, I like to set it on the third setting: combination of red, blue, and full-spectrum yellow light for optimal photosynthesis and growth.
A vertical picture showing a two stemmed grow light throwing light onto two small pots and a small seedling tray set on a wooden surface with a green wall behind.
Photo by Laura Melchor.
While beets will grow leafy greens even without full sun, they wonât develop the juicy roots theyâre known for.
The grow light described above features a handy timer function that allows you to keep it on for three, nine, or twelve-hour periods. I often set mine for nine or twelve hours a day.
For a beet-utiful veggie, donât skimp on light.
Growing Tips
If weeds pop up, gently tug them up and out of your containers ASAP
Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged
Provide plenty of sunlight, or use a grow light
Cultivars to Select
Most beet varieties will grow just fine in containers, as long as theyâre deep enough.
Here are two smaller cultivars for you to try growing in pots first.
Red Ace Hybrid
This extra cold-hardy, lightly sweet root produces smaller globes than other varieties, making it perfect for a container crop.
A close up of ‘Red Ace’ variety of Beta vulgaris growing in a container, ready for harvest. The roots are sticking out of the dark soil with bright purple stems and green foliage. To the bottom right of the frame is a circular logo and white text.
âRed Aceâ
The cold hardiness of âRed Aceâ also makes it an ideal variety to grow on your deck if you live somewhere with mild winters.
Find four-ounce packets at True Leaf Market.
Moulin Rouge
This beautiful dark-red beet also produces smaller fruit, but itâs no less tasty than larger varieties.
A close up of ‘Moulin Rouge’ variety of Beta vulgaris, with round roots and bright purple stems set on a wooden surface.
âMoulin Rougeâ
âMoulin Rougeâ beets are ideal for those with gardens in extra-sunny areas, as they demand full sun and warmer temperatures.
Get packets of 300 seeds from Burpee.
Looking for more varieties? See our our guide: âTop 17 Beet Varieties to Plant This Seasonâ for more options.
Managing Pests and Disease
Pests and diseases can crop up whether you grow your beets indoors or outdoors, but because your plants are growing in containers, you shouldnât have too many problems.
A container does just that â contains beets in their own little world, separate from the many different plants and critters that can contribute to problems.
If aphids, beet webworms, and flea beetles gnaw on your leaves, spray the leaves with a neem oil solution. Learn more about how to manage aphids here.
For more information on combating creepy crawlies that are attacking your crop, be sure to check out our guide to common beet pests.
Diseases are also less of an issue with container-grown beetroot.
Plus, the soil in containers tends to be less humid and dry out more quickly than the earth does, which helps keep fungal diseases away.
But keep an eye out for cercospora leaf spot, one of the most common fungal diseases to plague this plant.
It appears as patchy spots on the foliage, eventually spreading over the entire leaf area.
A close up of a green leaf suffering from a fungal infection, showing reddish brown spots, on a white background.
If your plants become infected, remove the affected leaves right away.
The beetroot should still thrive if only some leaves were infected. But if the entire plant is covered with leaf spot, uproot the beet and dispose of all plant matter.
As a general preventative measure against disease, keep your beet greens well thinned as they grow taller, to promote good airflow, avoid overcrowding, and prevent the spread of fungus.
Taking two to four leaves from the outer portion of the plant will help with this while allowing the root to keep growing well â plus youâll get a tasty treat for your salad.
In addition, avoid watering the actual leaves of the beet so that they donât get damp and prone to fungal diseases.
In cases of a severe infection, use an organic fungal spray if you need to.
Learn more about common beet diseases in this guide.
Harvest Time
You can harvest beet greens for salads and stir-fries whenever you want, depending on whether you like tender young leaves or bigger, mature greens.
Simply snip a leaf or two from the outer portion of the plant; this helps with airflow, too! To learn exactly how and when to do this, see our full guide on how to harvest beet greens here.
Around six to eight weeks after the germination of your seedlings â check your seed packet for maturity date â youâll have leafy green tops with juicy bulbs waiting just below the surface of the soil.
Or maybe theyâve even popped out of the soil a bit, unable to contain their glory.
That means itâs the most exciting moment of all: root harvest time.
Uproot your hard-won bulbs for pickling, roasting, juicing, and more.
A woman lifts beet roots from the ground and inspects the greens in light evening sunshine with a garden scene in soft focus in the background.
Another added bonus is that container-grown beets are often the most perfectly shaped roots of all, since itâs easy to give them exactly the type of growing conditions they need.
An Un-Beet-Able Bounty
When you think about it, beetroots are a truly special veggie.
Not only are they absolutely gorgeous and tasty, but theyâre also high in folate, fiber, iron, vitamin C, and potassium, making them a star snack and an excellent addition to everything from sweet baked goods to salads and soups.
A close up of freshly harvested deep red beet roots with the taproot still attached and the purple stems with green leafy foliage, set on a wooden surface in a kitchen.
If you have kids who are interested in gardening, growing beets in containers is a fantastic activity to battle the winter doldrums.
In the summer, give them their own containers to tend. Theyâll be so eager to watch their plantsâ development and enjoy their very own homegrown harvests.
A little girl dressed in pink pulls a beet root from the ground, with a woman behind her.
In fact, I bet theyâll be much more likely to try this veggie in the first place if they grow it themselves.
Have you ever grown beets in containers? Share any tips, tricks, or questions with us in the comments below.
And donât miss these articles on growing tasty root vegetables:
How to Grow Carrots in Containers
Gimme Those Potatoes: A Spud Growing Guide
How to Grow Rutabagas: A Cool-Weather Crop Perfect for Fall
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About Laura Ojeda Melchor
Laura Ojeda Melchor grew up helping her mom in the garden in Montana, and as an adult sheâs brought her cold-weather gardening skills with her to her home in Alaska. Sheâs especially proud of the flowerbeds she and her three-year-old son built with rocks dug up from their little Alaska homestead. As a freelance writer, she contributes to several websites and blogs across the web. Laura also writes novels and holds an MFA in writing from Vermont College of Fine Arts.
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I enjoyed reading the article. Especially after eating the first fruit of beet root I developed so much interest for beets but they are not available.
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Isnât it tasty? Iâm sorry that they arenât available where you are â maybe you could order seeds and plant them at home? Or if not, perhaps thereâs a similar vegetable to try in your area, such as radishes, rutabagas, turnips, or even carrots? Let me know if I can help you in any way. đ
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How to Grow Chillies in Containers â Introduction
Mark Ridsdill Smith 63 comments
Twilight Chilli - ideal for a smaller pot on the windowsill - looks great, too.
Chillies grow very well in containers â but they do have some specific needs. To discover the âtricks of the tradeâ, I met up with (and filmed) professional chilli grower, Steve Waters.
Few other plants can match chillies for âflavour for spaceâ ratio. One plant will often give you a hundred chillies or more. So all but the most dedicated chilli eater can usually be self sufficient in chillies with just a few plants â something very achievable, even in a tiny growing space. Any surplus chillies can easily be dried or frozen, keeping you in supply all year.
A huge benefit of growing your own is the vast array of delicious varieties now available â youâll discover a whole new world of flavour when compared to the ubiquitous, one dimensional âredâ and âgreenâ chillies sold by most supermarkets. Whether you are looking for amazing taste (try Aji Lemon, Fatali or Cherry Bomb), or fiery heat (try Bhut Jolokia) or something beautiful to brighten your balcony (try Twilight â pictured above â or Purple Princess), you will be spoilt for choice.
You do need a warm, sheltered spot â inside or outside â with at least six hours sun to grow chillies with any reliable success (they will be reluctant to fruit without). But with the right conditions, chillies can do brilliantly in containers.
Most chilli varieties are not difficult to grow â but they do have slightly different needs from most other edible crops. For example, the seeds need more warmth to germinate, and the plants benefit from drying out more between waterings. If youâre starting out, itâs also useful to know that some chilli varieties are a lot harder to grow than others. Some of the easiest and most reliable are recommended below.
Steve Waters (thank you Steve!), who runs the South Devon Chilli Farm, grows over 170 varieties of chilli, and harvests hundreds of kilos every day in season. He shares his tips and experience for you in the videos below:
Can you recommend four chillies for containers?
Steve recommends some reliable and tasty chillies for containers.
Steveâs top chillies for reliability and flavour in containers:
Thai Hot or Demon Red, Twilight, Apache â small plants, ideal for a 1 litre pot on the window sill.
Cherry bomb â produces heavy crop of large red chillies, great flavour, not too hot, one of the first to ripen.
Ring of fire â productive, tasty chilli, great for cooking.
Hungarian Hotwax â milder chilli but with excellent flavour, ideal for stuffing.
How to sow and germinate chillies
Itâs not difficult to grow chillies from seed, but they do need warmth and good light. Steve offers his tips in this video:
Steveâs top sowing tips
Sow your seeds in fine vermiculite or seed compost in three inch pots or use coir jiffy pellets.
Chillies need warmth to germinate and good light to grow into healthy seedlings. Steve starts his chillies in mid January â but if you donât have a heated propagator or a bright window sill (or LED grow lamp), itâs easier to start them at the end of March (small varieties like Thai Hot can be started even later).
Water the growing medium well before sowing â then try to water as little as possible until germination. Excessive watering can wash the goodness out of the seed before it germinates.
Some very hot chillies, like Bhut Jolokia, can benefit from soaking in water for 24 hours before sowing.
A thermostatically controlled propagator (set at 25 â 30 0C / 77 â 860F) or a simple heated propagator makes germinating chillies easier and faster (but is not essential). If you donât have a propagator , try to find a place with a warm, consistent temperature. Chilli seeds need warmth! (A âpropagatorâ is the gardening term for a container with a transparent lid, designed for raising seeds).
Place your propagator where it will not heat up too much in the sun â consistency of temperature is also important.
Once germinated, chillies can be replanted at any level. So if you have tall, spindly seedlings, replant them with some of the stem under the soil. (This is a very handy tip).
Chilli seedlings need good light to grow healthily. Many urban homes do not have bright light inside (neighbouring buildings and trees casting shade), particularly early in the season (February / March) when light levels are low. If youâre seedlings are struggling, you can either buy an LED grow light or simply wait and buy a plant later in the year (often a good option with chillies as you only need a few plants).
Where can you buy seeds and plants? Online is a good place to look first: a specialist chilli producer, like South Devon Chilli Farm, will often offer the best choice and the most expert advice. Or look for a chilli festival happening near you (more and more are springing up) where youâll also be able to taste the different chillies.
How to water chillies in pots; what growing media to use?
How you water chillies will make a big difference to your growing success â and the right soil mix will help with this. Steve explains how in this video.
Steveâs top watering tips
Drainage is important (chilli roots must have air). If you are prone to over water or if youâre using an automatic watering system, you can improve drainage by adding perlite (10 â 30%) or grit.
Use a soil based compost â like âJohn Innes No.2â if you can get it.
When you have planted a chilli in a new pot, feel the weight of the pot before watering it. Try to remember this weight â and avoid watering again until the pot has come back down to just above the unwatered weight again.
Chillies seem to do best with dry and wet cycles â so its best not to water them every day if possible.
As chillies grow bigger, they like to be moved into progressively slightly larger pots. For example, move a seedling from a three inch pot into a half litre, then one litre, then three litre â rather than from a three inch pot to a three litre one.
How to Feed Chillies
Chillies are less hungry than tomatoes but will still need regular feeding once they have used the food in their compost (usually after about six weeks). Large, heavily fruiting chillies, like Cherry Bomb, need substantially more feeding than smaller varieties that produce small chillies.
Steveâs top feeding tips
A high potassium or potash (K) feed is good for fruiting chillies (The potassium will help them fruit). You can make your own feed from comfrey leaves or use a tomato feed. If using tomato feed, use at slightly lower concentrations than suggested for tomatoes.
After heavily harvesting, a balanced liquid feed (one with equal N, P and K â see the side of the bottle) can help it to recover, and put on new growth.
Many thanks to Steve for sharing his knowledge and experience â I hope they will help guide you to chilli growing success.
For more on growing chillies in containers, including the amazing diversity of chillies, there are more videos with Steve in the Masterclasses.
Your turn
Whatâs your favourite favourite of chilli to grow in containers? Iâd love to hear in the comments below.
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Growing White Radishes
White radishes come in two distinct types: early, quick-grow white, and long-season slow-growing white. Both are great.
Botanical Name: Raphanus sativus
We think of radishes, usually, as bright red root crops. But lots of radishes with white skin and white flesh are also available and easy to grow in any garden.
White radishes come in two general categories: round white radishes that are sown by seed in spring or late summer for quick harvest and larger, longer varieties â Asian-type radishes, for the most part â that are sown in midsummer for an autumn or early winter harvest. Both kinds are good to grow!
Mild, for the most part, crispy, and especially suitable for cooking in stir-fry or pickled dishes, white radishes are also exciting to look at: unexpectedly brilliant in the usually green vegetable panoply.
To grow white radishes, always provide a well-worked soil with plenty of organic material dugin; radishes also need a lot of moisture, evenly distributed throughout the growing season, and full sunshine for most of the day.
Check out these white radishes, which are easy to grow as long as sown as seed at the right time:
Philadelphia White Box. This robust white radish dates back several hundred years as a distinct type. The somewhat squat shape indicates that these radishes are sown in very cool soil and mature in 30 days. That means fleshy, nutritious roots to harvest in just over a month.
White Beauty. This heirloom radish matures in less than month: 25 days. The shape is rounded but flat, the skin a creamy matte. Plant this one in the coldest margins of the growing season.
Japanese Minowase Daikon. A huge Japanese radish that can grow to two feet in length, the Minowase is a staple of Asian cooking for fresh salads, stir fry, or pickling. Sow in summer for a harvest several months later in Autumn.
Tama Hybrid. Hereâs another Asian radish, in this case long and cylindrical, with a thick topping of green and white greens. Donât sow the seeds of this radish until late summer, or it may bolt and get tough.
White Chinese Celestial. This mild winter radish takes about 60 days to mature. The size is about six or eight inches long and up to three inches across. Itâs a valuable garden companion in the colder seasons
Watermelon. If you want a radish thatâs white on the outside but pink or red on the inside, look no further. Watermelon is a round radish that can be sown in summer and harvested in the autumn or winter.
Ping Pong Hybrid. The name describes the shape: white and perfectly round. This is a short-season radish, so plant the seeds in early spring or late summer.
Hailstone. So fast to reach maturity: only 25 days, or less than a month. This radish can be harvest as soon as it reaches an inch in diameter.
No matter what kind of radishes you grow, weed them gently and keep the developing plants supplied with water. Thin seedlings if crowding is preventing shapely development of roots.
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HOW TO GROW FENUGREEK
November 27, 2019 by Heather Buckner
Trigonella foenum-graecum
Looking for a new, versatile crop to enjoy? Why not try your hand at growing fenugreek?
Not only does this herb make an attractive addition to the garden, its medicinal value, soil building properties, and enticing flavor and aroma make this easy-to-grow annual one you donât want to miss out on!
A vertical picture of a fenugreek plant growing in the garden. One small white flower is visible against the green backdrop of foliage. To the center and bottom of the frame is green and white text.
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Hereâs whatâs to come in this article:
What Youâll Learn
What Is Fenugreek?
Cultivation and History
Benefits to the Garden
Medicine
Propagation
How to Grow
Container Growing
Growing Tips
Where to Buy
Managing Pests and Disease
Harvesting
Preserving and Storage
Cooking Ideas
Quick Reference Growing Guide
Letâs dig in!
What Is Fenugreek?
Fenugreek is a tender annual that is a member of the legume family.
This plant can grow up to two feet in height from a single hollow hairy stem, with stems that branch at the base. The leaves are small with three ovate green to purple leaflets each and solitary white, yellow, or purple flowers that grow from the leaf axils.
The leaves look similar to clover leaves and the flowers resemble those of common peas. The aromatic yellowish brown seeds develop in curved yellow pods.
Both the seeds and the leaves are edible.
In addition to its culinary applications, this plant also has a long history of medicinal use, as well as use in animal feed and as a soil building cover crop.
Cultivation and History
Cultivated worldwide, both the seeds and the leaves are used in cooking, most commonly in south and central Asian cuisine. Also known as methi, you will often taste its maple syrup like flavor in curry, dal, pickles, and spice mixes.
This herb is thought to have been first cultivated in the near East, India and North Africa.
One thing is certain: it has been used by humans for a very long time. Archaeological remains of charred and desiccated seeds discovered in Iraq have been carbon dated back 6000 years!
In ancient Egypt, fenugreek was used in cooking as well as medicinally to reduce fevers, and as an incense for religious ceremonies. It has also been a part of Indian cuisine for 3,000 years.
It was later used in Ancient Greece and by the Romans often as oxen fodder, to treat a variety of ailments, to make yellow dyes for coloring wool, and as a flavoring for wine.
Benefits to the Garden
Like other legumes, fenugreek is a useful cover crop to fix nitrogen in the soil, a critical nutrient for plant growth.
A close up of fenugreek plants being used as a cover crop on a fallow field. The bright green of the foliage contrasts with various mounds of soil, with the background fading into soft focus.
Nitrogen-fixing plants form a symbiotic relationship with certain types of bacteria in the soil that colonize on the roots. In order for fenugreek to fix nitrogen, it needs one particular bacterium, Rhizobium meliloti.
The bacteria extract nitrogen from the air and convert it into a usable form that becomes available in the soil for uptake by plants.
You can tell if a plant is fixing nitrogen by digging it up and examining the roots for pink colored nodules.
Plants that are fixing nitrogen are able to grow lush and green even in low quality soil, while those that do not may produce smaller, less colorful foliage. These nitrogen-fixers improve the quality of the soil for other plants by the addition of this important mineral.
This quick growing annual is also useful as a ground cover under slow growing crops. It will cover the soil before you know it, thwarting weeds, building nutrients, and regulating soil moisture.
Medicine
This herb has therapeutic roots in many traditions, and has been studied extensively in recent years for its effectiveness as an herbal medicine.
A wooden chopping board with a glass containing liquid and fenugreek seeds. To the right is a white bowl filled with the seeds, and a couple of green methi leaves. On a white background.
Used for centuries to increase breast milk production in lactating mothers, it contains high amounts of the phytosteroid diosgenin, a known galactogogue.
It has also been used to ease menstrual pain and induce labor. Fenugreek contains phytoestrogens, chemical compounds that mimic estrogen and bind to estrogen receptor sites in the body.
According to Maria Noel Groves in her book âBody into Balance: An Herbal Guide to Holistic Self-Care,â available on Amazon, herbs that contain phytoestrogens are sometimes recommended by herbalists and medical practitioners to support bone health, improve perimenopause symptoms, and reduce the risk of estrogen-dependent cancers.
Body into Balance: An Herbal Guide to Holistic Self-Care
In males, it has been used to boost testosterone and sperm count. One clinical study of 50 male participants taking extract of fenugreek seeds for 12 weeks found an increased sperm count, as well as an improvement in mental alertness, libido, and mood.
However, this was a very small study, and conflicting research on the topic exists, so findings in this area remain inconclusive.
Research into its potential benefits for those with diabetes is also ongoing. Certain compounds in fenugreek may potentially reduce intestinal glucose absorption, improving insulin sensitivity, delaying gastric emptying, and reducing concentrations of lipid-binding proteins.
A close up of a wooden bowl and wooden scoop containing fenugreek seeds, behind them some methi leaves, and to the right of the frame is a small glass bottle containing oil with a cork in the top. The background is a dark colored wooden surface.
This is perhaps because the herb is rich in dietary fiber, but you would have to consume quite a bit to see a noticeable effect related to fiber intake!
Several studies have also shown effectiveness for improving metabolic symptoms associated with both type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
While fenugreek has many potential health benefits, it is important to always consult a medical professional before starting any herbal medicine regimen.
Use of this herb should be avoided when pregnant, as it has the potential to stimulate uterine contractions.
Propagation
This annual does not transplant well and should instead be sown from seed.
Seeds should be sown in the garden after all chance of frost has passed and the soil has started to warm, any time from late spring to late summer.
A close up of tiny fenugreek seedlings sprouting through the soil. Little green shoots on a light brown soil background in bright sunshine.
If youâre growing fenugreek for its seeds, plant in the spring or early summer so it has time to produce adequate seed pods before the growing season ends.
If using it solely for its fast growing leaves, sowing any time between spring and late summer is fine.
Seeds can be broadcasted or planted in rows 8-18 inches apart at just 1/4 deep. They should sprout quickly, poking through the soil in just a few days. Water regularly to keep the soil moist, but do not over water, as this plant wonât grow in waterlogged soil.
How to Grow
Fenugreek will do just fine planted in average, well draining soil, though it prefers neutral to slightly alkaline soil, with a pH range of about 6.5 to 8.2. Due to its nitrogen fixing properties, planting fenugreek in poor soils will help to improve the nutrient quality for future crops.
A close up image of fenugreek plants growing in the garden. A mass of bright green leaves in light sunshine.
There is no need to add fertilizer, but it is always a good idea to incorporate rotted manure or compost into the soil before sowing. If you wish, you can use a liquid compost tea or comfrey tea every few weeks to encourage more robust growth.
Fenugreek requires at least 4-5 hours of direct sun a day, and can tolerate afternoon shade. While it may be planted in partial shade in warm climates, in colder locations, it is best to grow it in a sunny spot.
This plant does particularly well in warm and hot climates with average temperatures of 50-90°F, and it can even be grown year-round in USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11.
Once established, thin seedlings to two inches apart.
Water your crop regularly to keep it moist, particularly in dry weather. Do not overwater, as waterlogged soil will impede growth.
A close up of purple fenugreek flowers. With tiny petals, purple on the outside, getting lighter towards the center of the flower, the color contrasts with the green foliage and stems. The background is more flowers and foliage fading into soft focus, in bright sunshine.
Pinch off the top third of mature stems periodically to encourage lush, branching growth. If youâre not planning to collect the seeds, prune the top 6 inches of the mature plant to encourage more growth and prevent it from setting seed.
Container Growing
This herb can easily be grown in containers. Plant seeds in a pot indoors on a sunny windowsill, or place pots on the balcony or in a patio garden.
Fenugreek is a shallow rooted plant, so you donât need a deep container. Use a wide planter around 6-8 inches deep with good drainage.
Fill the container with 2/3 potting mix and 1/3 compost. Sprinkle seeds in the pot and add a thin 1/4-inch layer of soil to cover. Thin to 1-2 inches of space between seedlings.
Growing Tips
Sow seeds directly â fenugreek doesnât like being transplanted
Keep soil moist but not waterlogged
Plant in a sunny spot or indoors in containers
Where to Buy
Though various cultivars are in development for agriculture use and for growth as a cover and forage crop, youâll typically find only one type of fenugreek seed at the nursery.
A close up of a small metal pot full to the brim and overflowing with fenugreek seeds, on a blue background.
Fenugreek Seeds
Packets of Trigonella foenum-graecum seed available in a variety of sizes from Eden Brothers. Grow them for the leaves and seeds, for both culinary and medicinal use.
Are sprouts more your thing?
A close up of sprouting fenugreek seeds on a dark gray background. In the bottom right of the frame is a circular logo with black text.
Sprouting Fenugreek Seeds
A bit bitter on their own, fenugreek sprouts taste great mixed with other types of sprouts. Large-volume packages of sprouting seeds in a variety of sizes are available from True Leaf Market.
Managing Pests and Disease
In the home garden, fenugreek isnât especially prone to pests and diseases, but there are a few you need to watch out for.
Insects
Insects donât pose much of a problem, except for one particular creepy-crawly.
Aphids
These small sap-sucking pests feed on the juices of the tender parts of the plant, negatively affecting growth. Plants may also become contaminated by the honeydew, a substance produced by the aphids. For more information about aphids see our guide here.
Try using neem oil or homemade insecticidal soap to combat infestations.
Disease
Particularly in warm or humid conditions, if your plants arenât thriving it could be as a result of disease.
Root Rot
This fungus causes yellowing of lower leaves, wilting, and stunted growth. Plants that succumb to root rot will eventually die.
If you suspect root rot, pull up a plant and examine the roots to see whether they look rotten. Planting in well drained and sufficiently warm soil will reduce the risk of rot.
Powdery Mildew
Mildew often affects this crop during the later stages of life, when foliage is dry and the weather is warm. Look for white powdery spots on the lower and upper surfaces of leaves, flowers, and other parts.
Apply neem oil to combat mildew.
Read more about fighting powdery mildew attacks here.
Charcoal Rot
This fungus causes discoloration and cankers on the stems of plants that may spread upward, causing the leaves to wilt and drop. It thrives during the hot, dry part of the growing season and often affects plants that under heat stress.
Adequate thinning and weeding of plants, incorporating aged manure into beds prior to planting, mulching to maintain moisture, and regular watering during periods of dry weather will help keep stress to a minimum, and reduce the risk of this disease.
Harvesting
This fast-growing annual will produce leaves that are ready to harvest within just 20-30 days of sowing.
Trim the leaves carefully, snipping off the top third of mature stems, and allowing the rest to continue growing. This will also encourage branching, which will increase flowering and seed production later on.
A close up of a bunch of fenugreek leaves tied at the stems with a piece of string, on a white background.
After cutting, leaves will regrow in about 15 days. You can continue to harvest the leaves multiple times until the plant begins to flower.
When the plant bolts and begins seed production, leaves will become tough and bitter.
Seed harvest takes a bit more patience. Plan to collect seeds 3-5 months after planting, once the plant has finished flowering, died back, and begun to turn yellow.
The seeds develop within small pods, and each pod contains about 10 to 20 seeds.
Gather the pods by simply snapping them off where they meet the stem, being careful not to tear them as the seeds will scatter everywhere.
A close up of a wooden spoon containing fenugreek seeds spilling out of it. Methi leaves in the background on a dark wooden surface.
Peel the pods open to reveal the yellow-brown seeds inside. You can also rub them between your palms to break them open, or place them in a bag and rub vigorously to separate the seeds from the pods.
Store seeds in an airtight container in a cool, dry, dark place and theyâll remain viable for 2-3 years. You can also use them as a spice in your cooking.
Preserving and Storage
Fresh leaves will keep for up to a week if you remove them from the stalks, wrap in a paper towel, then place in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Leaves can be used fresh or dried as an herb in cooking or tea. To dry the leaves, hang stems upside down in bundles in a dark, dry location. You can also dry them in a dehydrator or in your oven on the âwarmâ setting.
A close up of a wooden bowl and wooden spoon both containing dried methi leaves ready for cooking. The background is a textured, white surface.
Once thoroughly dried, remove leaves from the stems and store in a tightly lidded glass jar in a dark pantry.
You can also freeze the fresh leaves for up to 10 months. Take the leaves off the stems, roughly chop them and wrap loosely in aluminum foil, then put the foil parcel into a Ziploc bag in the freezer.
When youâre ready to use them, just remove from the foil, wash, and get cooking!
Read more about freezing fresh herbs in this guide.
A close up of a black frying pan containing dried methi seeds for roasting. The background is a dark wooden surface and to the bottom left of the frame is a cream colored cloth.
If youâre using the seeds as a spice, many people dry roast them to enhance their nutty flavor and aroma. Just roast seeds on medium-high heat for one to two minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Be cautious not to over roast, or they will become intensely bitter.
A close up of a white bowl containing finely ground fenugreek seeds on a hessian background. Behind it are further seeds fading into soft focus.
You can also grind the seeds for use in cooking. But theyâre tough, so this is going to require some extra prep. You wonât have much luck with a mortar and pestle! Hereâs how to do it:
Soak seeds overnight in water. Drain, and pat dry with a paper towel or leave to dry.
Heat a pan over medium heat, add seeds, and stir. Roast them until their color deepens.
Add them to a spice or coffee grinder, and crush them into a powder.
Dried or powdered seeds will keep for about a year if stored in an airtight container in a cool, dark place.
Cooking Ideas
With a spicy, peppery aroma and a sweet and sour taste somewhat similar to maple syrup, fenugreek has a distinctive flavor that is delicious in all sorts of dishes.
This herb can be consumed fresh or dried. The seeds can be ground and used as a spice. Some people even like to eat fenugreek sprouts and microgreens. The leaves make a delicious addition to roti or paratha dough.
A close up of a plastic container with sprouting fenugreek seeds, the tops of the sprouts rising out of the container on light colored stems with green shoots. The background is wicker and a wooden surface.
Popular in Asian and Middle Eastern cuisine, the seeds are used as a spice in many traditional recipes. Throw a dash of fenugreek powder into your next coconut curry, or sprinkle it on roasted potatoes.
A close up of a white bowl on a white plate with a curry dish. Fenugreek leaves are scattered around the plate and the background is a green and white checked cloth.
You can toss some of the toasted seeds on your salads, or add them to a pickle brine. In terms of flavor profile, it blends amazingly with cumin and coriander!
Quick Reference Growing Guide
Plant Type:
Herb, annual
Tolerance:
All soil types
Native To:
Near East
Water Needs:
Moderate
Hardiness (USDA Zone):
9-11
Maintenance:
Low
Season:
Spring-fall
Soil Type:
Average, fixes nitrogen
Exposure:
Full sun to partial shade
Soil pH:
6.5-8.2
Time to Maturity:
3-5 months
Soil Drainage:
Well-draining
Spacing:
8-18 inches
Companion Planting:
Buckwheat, beans, cowpeas
Planting Depth:
1/4 inch
Family:
Fabaceae
Height:
2 feet
Genus:
Trigonella
Spread:
5-6 inches
Species:
T. foenum-graecum
Pests & Diseases:
Aphids, powdery mildew, root rot, charcoal rot
Grow Your Own Spice Rack
Medicinal, delicious, soil building, and beautiful, this one of a kind legume really has it all!
A close up of a bee on a fenugreek plant. Lush green foliage contrasts with tiny white flowers just ready to bloom, in the bright sunlight.
Try incorporating it in your garden lineup this season, and impress your friends with a flavorful homegrown herb and spice that may be new to them.
Have you tried growing fenugreek? Tell us all about it in the comments below!
If you found this guide valuable, give these a read next:
How to Grow Flavorful Cardamom in Your Home Garden
How to Grow and Use Epazote Herb
How to Plant and Grow Ginger in Your Home Garden
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HOW TO GROW FENUGREEK
November 27, 2019 by Heather Buckner
Trigonella foenum-graecum
Looking for a new, versatile crop to enjoy? Why not try your hand at growing fenugreek?
Not only does this herb make an attractive addition to the garden, its medicinal value, soil building properties, and enticing flavor and aroma make this easy-to-grow annual one you donât want to miss out on!
A vertical picture of a fenugreek plant growing in the garden. One small white flower is visible against the green backdrop of foliage. To the center and bottom of the frame is green and white text.
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Hereâs whatâs to come in this article:
What Youâll Learn
What Is Fenugreek?
Cultivation and History
Benefits to the Garden
Medicine
Propagation
How to Grow
Container Growing
Growing Tips
Where to Buy
Managing Pests and Disease
Harvesting
Preserving and Storage
Cooking Ideas
Quick Reference Growing Guide
Letâs dig in!
What Is Fenugreek?
Fenugreek is a tender annual that is a member of the legume family.
This plant can grow up to two feet in height from a single hollow hairy stem, with stems that branch at the base. The leaves are small with three ovate green to purple leaflets each and solitary white, yellow, or purple flowers that grow from the leaf axils.
The leaves look similar to clover leaves and the flowers resemble those of common peas. The aromatic yellowish brown seeds develop in curved yellow pods.
Both the seeds and the leaves are edible.
In addition to its culinary applications, this plant also has a long history of medicinal use, as well as use in animal feed and as a soil building cover crop.
Cultivation and History
Cultivated worldwide, both the seeds and the leaves are used in cooking, most commonly in south and central Asian cuisine. Also known as methi, you will often taste its maple syrup like flavor in curry, dal, pickles, and spice mixes.
This herb is thought to have been first cultivated in the near East, India and North Africa.
One thing is certain: it has been used by humans for a very long time. Archaeological remains of charred and desiccated seeds discovered in Iraq have been carbon dated back 6000 years!
In ancient Egypt, fenugreek was used in cooking as well as medicinally to reduce fevers, and as an incense for religious ceremonies. It has also been a part of Indian cuisine for 3,000 years.
It was later used in Ancient Greece and by the Romans often as oxen fodder, to treat a variety of ailments, to make yellow dyes for coloring wool, and as a flavoring for wine.
Benefits to the Garden
Like other legumes, fenugreek is a useful cover crop to fix nitrogen in the soil, a critical nutrient for plant growth.
A close up of fenugreek plants being used as a cover crop on a fallow field. The bright green of the foliage contrasts with various mounds of soil, with the background fading into soft focus.
Nitrogen-fixing plants form a symbiotic relationship with certain types of bacteria in the soil that colonize on the roots. In order for fenugreek to fix nitrogen, it needs one particular bacterium, Rhizobium meliloti.
The bacteria extract nitrogen from the air and convert it into a usable form that becomes available in the soil for uptake by plants.
You can tell if a plant is fixing nitrogen by digging it up and examining the roots for pink colored nodules.
Plants that are fixing nitrogen are able to grow lush and green even in low quality soil, while those that do not may produce smaller, less colorful foliage. These nitrogen-fixers improve the quality of the soil for other plants by the addition of this important mineral.
This quick growing annual is also useful as a ground cover under slow growing crops. It will cover the soil before you know it, thwarting weeds, building nutrients, and regulating soil moisture.
Medicine
This herb has therapeutic roots in many traditions, and has been studied extensively in recent years for its effectiveness as an herbal medicine.
A wooden chopping board with a glass containing liquid and fenugreek seeds. To the right is a white bowl filled with the seeds, and a couple of green methi leaves. On a white background.
Used for centuries to increase breast milk production in lactating mothers, it contains high amounts of the phytosteroid diosgenin, a known galactogogue.
It has also been used to ease menstrual pain and induce labor. Fenugreek contains phytoestrogens, chemical compounds that mimic estrogen and bind to estrogen receptor sites in the body.
According to Maria Noel Groves in her book âBody into Balance: An Herbal Guide to Holistic Self-Care,â available on Amazon, herbs that contain phytoestrogens are sometimes recommended by herbalists and medical practitioners to support bone health, improve perimenopause symptoms, and reduce the risk of estrogen-dependent cancers.
Body into Balance: An Herbal Guide to Holistic Self-Care
In males, it has been used to boost testosterone and sperm count. One clinical study of 50 male participants taking extract of fenugreek seeds for 12 weeks found an increased sperm count, as well as an improvement in mental alertness, libido, and mood.
However, this was a very small study, and conflicting research on the topic exists, so findings in this area remain inconclusive.
Research into its potential benefits for those with diabetes is also ongoing. Certain compounds in fenugreek may potentially reduce intestinal glucose absorption, improving insulin sensitivity, delaying gastric emptying, and reducing concentrations of lipid-binding proteins.
A close up of a wooden bowl and wooden scoop containing fenugreek seeds, behind them some methi leaves, and to the right of the frame is a small glass bottle containing oil with a cork in the top. The background is a dark colored wooden surface.
This is perhaps because the herb is rich in dietary fiber, but you would have to consume quite a bit to see a noticeable effect related to fiber intake!
Several studies have also shown effectiveness for improving metabolic symptoms associated with both type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
While fenugreek has many potential health benefits, it is important to always consult a medical professional before starting any herbal medicine regimen.
Use of this herb should be avoided when pregnant, as it has the potential to stimulate uterine contractions.
Propagation
This annual does not transplant well and should instead be sown from seed.
Seeds should be sown in the garden after all chance of frost has passed and the soil has started to warm, any time from late spring to late summer.
A close up of tiny fenugreek seedlings sprouting through the soil. Little green shoots on a light brown soil background in bright sunshine.
If youâre growing fenugreek for its seeds, plant in the spring or early summer so it has time to produce adequate seed pods before the growing season ends.
If using it solely for its fast growing leaves, sowing any time between spring and late summer is fine.
Seeds can be broadcasted or planted in rows 8-18 inches apart at just 1/4 deep. They should sprout quickly, poking through the soil in just a few days. Water regularly to keep the soil moist, but do not over water, as this plant wonât grow in waterlogged soil.
How to Grow
Fenugreek will do just fine planted in average, well draining soil, though it prefers neutral to slightly alkaline soil, with a pH range of about 6.5 to 8.2. Due to its nitrogen fixing properties, planting fenugreek in poor soils will help to improve the nutrient quality for future crops.
A close up image of fenugreek plants growing in the garden. A mass of bright green leaves in light sunshine.
There is no need to add fertilizer, but it is always a good idea to incorporate rotted manure or compost into the soil before sowing. If you wish, you can use a liquid compost tea or comfrey tea every few weeks to encourage more robust growth.
Fenugreek requires at least 4-5 hours of direct sun a day, and can tolerate afternoon shade. While it may be planted in partial shade in warm climates, in colder locations, it is best to grow it in a sunny spot.
This plant does particularly well in warm and hot climates with average temperatures of 50-90°F, and it can even be grown year-round in USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11.
Once established, thin seedlings to two inches apart.
Water your crop regularly to keep it moist, particularly in dry weather. Do not overwater, as waterlogged soil will impede growth.
A close up of purple fenugreek flowers. With tiny petals, purple on the outside, getting lighter towards the center of the flower, the color contrasts with the green foliage and stems. The background is more flowers and foliage fading into soft focus, in bright sunshine.
Pinch off the top third of mature stems periodically to encourage lush, branching growth. If youâre not planning to collect the seeds, prune the top 6 inches of the mature plant to encourage more growth and prevent it from setting seed.
Container Growing
This herb can easily be grown in containers. Plant seeds in a pot indoors on a sunny windowsill, or place pots on the balcony or in a patio garden.
Fenugreek is a shallow rooted plant, so you donât need a deep container. Use a wide planter around 6-8 inches deep with good drainage.
Fill the container with 2/3 potting mix and 1/3 compost. Sprinkle seeds in the pot and add a thin 1/4-inch layer of soil to cover. Thin to 1-2 inches of space between seedlings.
Growing Tips
Sow seeds directly â fenugreek doesnât like being transplanted
Keep soil moist but not waterlogged
Plant in a sunny spot or indoors in containers
Where to Buy
Though various cultivars are in development for agriculture use and for growth as a cover and forage crop, youâll typically find only one type of fenugreek seed at the nursery.
A close up of a small metal pot full to the brim and overflowing with fenugreek seeds, on a blue background.
Fenugreek Seeds
Packets of Trigonella foenum-graecum seed available in a variety of sizes from Eden Brothers. Grow them for the leaves and seeds, for both culinary and medicinal use.
Are sprouts more your thing?
A close up of sprouting fenugreek seeds on a dark gray background. In the bottom right of the frame is a circular logo with black text.
Sprouting Fenugreek Seeds
A bit bitter on their own, fenugreek sprouts taste great mixed with other types of sprouts. Large-volume packages of sprouting seeds in a variety of sizes are available from True Leaf Market.
Managing Pests and Disease
In the home garden, fenugreek isnât especially prone to pests and diseases, but there are a few you need to watch out for.
Insects
Insects donât pose much of a problem, except for one particular creepy-crawly.
Aphids
These small sap-sucking pests feed on the juices of the tender parts of the plant, negatively affecting growth. Plants may also become contaminated by the honeydew, a substance produced by the aphids. For more information about aphids see our guide here.
Try using neem oil or homemade insecticidal soap to combat infestations.
Disease
Particularly in warm or humid conditions, if your plants arenât thriving it could be as a result of disease.
Root Rot
This fungus causes yellowing of lower leaves, wilting, and stunted growth. Plants that succumb to root rot will eventually die.
If you suspect root rot, pull up a plant and examine the roots to see whether they look rotten. Planting in well drained and sufficiently warm soil will reduce the risk of rot.
Powdery Mildew
Mildew often affects this crop during the later stages of life, when foliage is dry and the weather is warm. Look for white powdery spots on the lower and upper surfaces of leaves, flowers, and other parts.
Apply neem oil to combat mildew.
Read more about fighting powdery mildew attacks here.
Charcoal Rot
This fungus causes discoloration and cankers on the stems of plants that may spread upward, causing the leaves to wilt and drop. It thrives during the hot, dry part of the growing season and often affects plants that under heat stress.
Adequate thinning and weeding of plants, incorporating aged manure into beds prior to planting, mulching to maintain moisture, and regular watering during periods of dry weather will help keep stress to a minimum, and reduce the risk of this disease.
Harvesting
This fast-growing annual will produce leaves that are ready to harvest within just 20-30 days of sowing.
Trim the leaves carefully, snipping off the top third of mature stems, and allowing the rest to continue growing. This will also encourage branching, which will increase flowering and seed production later on.
A close up of a bunch of fenugreek leaves tied at the stems with a piece of string, on a white background.
After cutting, leaves will regrow in about 15 days. You can continue to harvest the leaves multiple times until the plant begins to flower.
When the plant bolts and begins seed production, leaves will become tough and bitter.
Seed harvest takes a bit more patience. Plan to collect seeds 3-5 months after planting, once the plant has finished flowering, died back, and begun to turn yellow.
The seeds develop within small pods, and each pod contains about 10 to 20 seeds.
Gather the pods by simply snapping them off where they meet the stem, being careful not to tear them as the seeds will scatter everywhere.
A close up of a wooden spoon containing fenugreek seeds spilling out of it. Methi leaves in the background on a dark wooden surface.
Peel the pods open to reveal the yellow-brown seeds inside. You can also rub them between your palms to break them open, or place them in a bag and rub vigorously to separate the seeds from the pods.
Store seeds in an airtight container in a cool, dry, dark place and theyâll remain viable for 2-3 years. You can also use them as a spice in your cooking.
Preserving and Storage
Fresh leaves will keep for up to a week if you remove them from the stalks, wrap in a paper towel, then place in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Leaves can be used fresh or dried as an herb in cooking or tea. To dry the leaves, hang stems upside down in bundles in a dark, dry location. You can also dry them in a dehydrator or in your oven on the âwarmâ setting.
A close up of a wooden bowl and wooden spoon both containing dried methi leaves ready for cooking. The background is a textured, white surface.
Once thoroughly dried, remove leaves from the stems and store in a tightly lidded glass jar in a dark pantry.
You can also freeze the fresh leaves for up to 10 months. Take the leaves off the stems, roughly chop them and wrap loosely in aluminum foil, then put the foil parcel into a Ziploc bag in the freezer.
When youâre ready to use them, just remove from the foil, wash, and get cooking!
Read more about freezing fresh herbs in this guide.
A close up of a black frying pan containing dried methi seeds for roasting. The background is a dark wooden surface and to the bottom left of the frame is a cream colored cloth.
If youâre using the seeds as a spice, many people dry roast them to enhance their nutty flavor and aroma. Just roast seeds on medium-high heat for one to two minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Be cautious not to over roast, or they will become intensely bitter.
A close up of a white bowl containing finely ground fenugreek seeds on a hessian background. Behind it are further seeds fading into soft focus.
You can also grind the seeds for use in cooking. But theyâre tough, so this is going to require some extra prep. You wonât have much luck with a mortar and pestle! Hereâs how to do it:
Soak seeds overnight in water. Drain, and pat dry with a paper towel or leave to dry.
Heat a pan over medium heat, add seeds, and stir. Roast them until their color deepens.
Add them to a spice or coffee grinder, and crush them into a powder.
Dried or powdered seeds will keep for about a year if stored in an airtight container in a cool, dark place.
Cooking Ideas
With a spicy, peppery aroma and a sweet and sour taste somewhat similar to maple syrup, fenugreek has a distinctive flavor that is delicious in all sorts of dishes.
This herb can be consumed fresh or dried. The seeds can be ground and used as a spice. Some people even like to eat fenugreek sprouts and microgreens. The leaves make a delicious addition to roti or paratha dough.
A close up of a plastic container with sprouting fenugreek seeds, the tops of the sprouts rising out of the container on light colored stems with green shoots. The background is wicker and a wooden surface.
Popular in Asian and Middle Eastern cuisine, the seeds are used as a spice in many traditional recipes. Throw a dash of fenugreek powder into your next coconut curry, or sprinkle it on roasted potatoes.
A close up of a white bowl on a white plate with a curry dish. Fenugreek leaves are scattered around the plate and the background is a green and white checked cloth.
You can toss some of the toasted seeds on your salads, or add them to a pickle brine. In terms of flavor profile, it blends amazingly with cumin and coriander!
Quick Reference Growing Guide
Plant Type:
Herb, annual
Tolerance:
All soil types
Native To:
Near East
Water Needs:
Moderate
Hardiness (USDA Zone):
9-11
Maintenance:
Low
Season:
Spring-fall
Soil Type:
Average, fixes nitrogen
Exposure:
Full sun to partial shade
Soil pH:
6.5-8.2
Time to Maturity:
3-5 months
Soil Drainage:
Well-draining
Spacing:
8-18 inches
Companion Planting:
Buckwheat, beans, cowpeas
Planting Depth:
1/4 inch
Family:
Fabaceae
Height:
2 feet
Genus:
Trigonella
Spread:
5-6 inches
Species:
T. foenum-graecum
Pests & Diseases:
Aphids, powdery mildew, root rot, charcoal rot
Grow Your Own Spice Rack
Medicinal, delicious, soil building, and beautiful, this one of a kind legume really has it all!
A close up of a bee on a fenugreek plant. Lush green foliage contrasts with tiny white flowers just ready to bloom, in the bright sunlight.
Try incorporating it in your garden lineup this season, and impress your friends with a flavorful homegrown herb and spice that may be new to them.
Have you tried growing fenugreek? Tell us all about it in the comments below!
If you found this guide valuable, give these a read next:
How to Grow Flavorful Cardamom in Your Home Garden
How to Grow and Use Epazote Herb
How to Plant and Grow Ginger in Your Home Garden
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Shutterstock/Doug Matthews A towering native, a cottonwood tree soars and spreads, growing more than 100 feet tall and almost as wide. Itâs a cherished shade tree, often planted in parks. In the wild, cottonwood grows along rivers, ponds and other bodies of water. It also thrives in floodplains and dry riverbeds, where infrequent rains transform dry land into waterways. Historically, cottonwood earned its place as a landscape tree because it grows rapidly, adding up to 6 feet a year. It’s also a favorite for shade, with the large spread helping to cast cooling shade over homes and streets. Thereâs a cottonwood for nearly any region, with different hardy types in Zones 2 through 9.
The Pros of Cottonwood
Fast growth and wonderful shade are reasons enough to cherish cottonwood, but these trees possess other qualities that make them worth planting. The leaves have flat stems, so they shimmer and rustle in the wind. The effect is eye-catching and distinctively attractive. The tree offers strong fall color, with leaves fading to glowing shades of gold.
In the wild, cottonwood is one of the fastest trees to colonize unplanted areas, making it a solid choice for areas prone to flooding and soil erosion. The National Forest Service uses it to stabilize streambanks and act as a natural waterway filtration system to reduce sedimentation. It tends to colonize and form groves that act as natural windbreaks. In areas with enough space, such as a ranch or acreage, a cottonwood makes a beautiful addition to a landscape.
The rapid growth that makes some folks cheer for cottonwood is also a negative, because the wood is brittle, leading to breaking branches and plenty of twigs to collect before mowing. As a cottonwood tree grows, large branches often break in windstorms, which can lead to property damage.
Because cottonwood trees are adapted to thrive in floodplains, they naturally have shallow root systems, so that as floodwaters recede, the roots can breathe and the tree survives. These same shallow roots wreak havoc with sidewalks and driveways. Roots also seek out moisture, invading sewer pipes and septic systems.
The Bottom Line on Cottonwood
Cottonwood makes a stunning tree â planted in the right spot. It’s a spectacular sight when it can grow unrestricted and welcome wildlife like roosting turkeys or eagles. A good place to grow cottonwood is away from structures, on a ranch, farm or in a park.
In a residential setting, itâs not the best choice. In fact, some municipalities ban the planting of cottonwood, and many gardening experts recommend removing cottonwood trees on residential properties. If you buy a home with a cottonwood tree, it’s wise to have it inspected by a certified arborist, who can assess the tree’s health and prune â or remove â as needed.
Cottonwood Tree Facts
Native Americans used cottonwood trees for dugout canoes and even transformed its bark into a medicinal tea.
Cottonwood trees feature male and female parts on separate trees (female trees are the ones that produce the cottony substance that gives the tree its name).
Cottonwood trees can add 6 feet in height each year making them the fastest growing trees in North America.
Cottonwood Varieties
Eastern cottonwood (Populus deltoides) â grows in eastern U.S. and southern Canada
Black cottonwood (Populus balsamifera) â grows west of the Rocky Mountains
Fremont cottonwood (Populus fremontii) â grows from California east to Utah and Arizona and south into northwest Mexico
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How to Care for a Cottonwood Tree
By Joanne Marie
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Cottonwood
A close-up of a cottonwood tree.
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If you have a cottonwood tree (Populus spp.) or want to plant one, then you may already know that a cottonwood becomes dormant in winter and is dioecious, which means each tree is either male or female. Cottonwood is also large, fast-growing and available in several varieties. The tree grows well when given basic care, although also paying attention to several possible problems is essential.
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Water Guidelines
Cottonwood varieties include the black cottonwood (Populus trichocarpa), which can become 100 feet tall and is hardy in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 5 through 9. Most cottonwoods grow best in evenly moist soil. So water any kind of cottonwood’s soil as needed to prevent it from drying out. Check the soil’s moisture level by using a small shovel to make a narrow, 2-inch-deep trench in the soil. If the trench’s soil feels dry to your touch, then water the tree’s soil deeply but slowly to ensure the water reaches all the roots. Applying a 3- to 4-inch-thick layer of straw or shredded bark on the ground under the tree’s canopy will retain soil moisture, but keep that mulch several inches from the cottonwood’s trunk to discourage fungal problems.
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Fertilizer Application
An established cottonwood tree doesn’t need fertilizer on a regular basis; fertilizer can cause too much soft, tender growth that damages easily. If, however, your tree is young, or if an older tree’s growth slows and the leaves are small, then you can support the cottonwood by fertilizing its soil in spring when the tree begins new growth. Apply a granular, 16-4-8 fertilizer to the tree’s root zone, using 12 1/2 pounds for every 1,000 square feet of the tree’s root zone. The root zone is the area under the tree that is equal to 1 1/2 times the diameter of the tree’s canopy — or a circular area that is 18 feet wide for a tree with a 12-foot-wide canopy. Scratch the fertilizer into the soil, distributing it evenly, and water the fertilized area well.
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Removal of Sprouts and Damaged Branches
Cottonwoods include the eastern cottonwood (Populus deltoides), which is hardy in USDA zones 2 through 9. It and most other cottonwoods have a rounded crown and open growth habit, and they don’t require regular pruning to develop a visually pleasing shape. Cottonwood twigs that stick into the soil under the tree, though, can develop roots and sprout, producing unwanted growth at ground level. Remove those sprouts by cutting them to the ground, using sharp pruning shears and wiping the blades with rubbing alcohol before each cut to discourage the spread of plant diseases; disinfect the blades in the same way when you finish using them. Ensure the sprouts don’t reappear by using a small shovel to remove all the roots that grew from each twig. All cottonwoods have branches that tend to be weak and susceptible to wind damage. Remove split or otherwise damaged branches as they appear, using loping pruners or a pruning saw for large branches, and disinfecting the pruning tool before each cut and after you finish using it.
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Potential Problems
Cottonwood is susceptible to several fungal disorders, including rusts and leaf spot. The best ways to prevent those problems are to water the tree at its base, avoiding wetting its foliage, and to water on only sunny days so surfaces that become wet dry quickly. Clearing debris from under the tree on a regular basis also helps prevent fungal problems.
Cottonwood can attract aphids, which are small, greenish-yellow, soft-bodied pests. Destroy them by spraying the tree until all its surfaces are wet with insecticidal soap, diluted at a rate of 5 tablespoons of insecticidal soap concentrate per 1 gallon of water; use the solution when the temperature is below 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Repeat the spray application every seven to 10 days as needed. Scale insects, which look like hard, dark spots on leaves and stems, also may attack a cottonwood. When you see scale insects on your tree, spray all its surfaces until they are wet with a horticultural oil that you diluted at a rate of 5 tablespoons per 1 gallon of water; use the solution only when the temperature is below 90 degrees Fahrenheit and when drought is not an issue. When mixing or using insecticidal soap, horticultural oil or a solution made from either product, wear a hat, goggles and clothing that covers your skin, and avoid breathing the fumes and spray mist.
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KHADI INSTITUTION PROFILE
Office Name : SO CHENNAI TAMIL NADU
Institution Code : 99027
Institution Name : TAMIL NADU KHADI & V. I. BOARD,
Address: Post City/Village State Aided by
: KURALAGAM ANNEXE, 5TH FLOOR, : Chennai
: Chennai
: TAMIL NADU : KVIB
Pincode District District
: 600104
: CHENNAI : A+
Contact Person Name
Email ID
Mobile No.
Chairman : L.K.TIRUPATHY lktirupathy@gmail.com 9566012097
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Registration Detail
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12-11-2020 99027 SOC
Khadi Certificate No. TND/1254 Date : 31-MAR_2021
Khadi Mark No. 0068 Khadi Mark Dt. 01-Oct-2019
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Sales Outlet TAMIL NADU KHADI & V. I. KHADI BHANDAR VELLAKOIL 638111 BOARD,
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SHOP
Sales Outlet TAMIL NADU KHADI & V. I. KHADI BHANDAR KARUR 639001 BOARD,
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Sales Outlet TAMIL NADU KHADI & V. I. KHADI BHANDAR POLLACHI 641669 BOARD,
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CHARKHA 6 Spindle Charkha 1294
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Land Details
Artisan Details
Artisan Type No. of Artisan
TOTAL ARTISANS: 2912
Weaver 960
Spinner 1952
Products Details
Performance Details
MDA Year Khadi VI
Production (Rs. in Lakhs)
Sales (Rs. in Lakhs)
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2016-17 VI 299.93 0
2016-17 Total : 1412.72 0
2017-18 KH 1103.84 0
2017-18 VI 299.99 0
2017-18 Total : 1403.82 0
2018-19 KH 1501.67 0
2018-19 VI 283.14 0
2018-19 Total : 1784.8 0
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2019-20 KH 1339.08 0
2019-20 VI 112.2 0
2019-20 Total : 1451.28 0
2020-21 KH 651.98 0
2020-21 VI 18.95 0
2020-21 Total : 670.93 0
Total : 6723.5