Follow these recommendations for successful selection, sowing, and cultural production of baby-leaf leafy crops to be harvested as greens or salad mix components. Techniques are specific to baby leaf production for harvest at this maturity stage. This tech sheet outlines basic small-scale field production methods and primary aspects of producing a wide range of leafy salad greens.
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Basil Downy Mildew and Prospera®️ DMR Basil | Breakthrough Breeding Innovation Provides Solutions
Research and industry experts discuss basil downy mildew, disease management, and tracking, and the latest in breeding innovations, including the new Prospera DMR.
Learn how to prevent, recognize, manage, report, and control basil downy mildew (Peronospora belbahrii), from the research team at Johnny's Selected Seeds.
Overview and recommendations for common basil pests and diseases, cultural prevention and management, and recommended treatments, from Johnny's research and trialing team.
Follow the instructions in this technical production guide to grow native American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius) from 2-year-old field-grown roots, planting in the fall.
Follow the instructions on this Tech Sheet to extend the life of your Chamomile Rake. The tines are made of oil-tempered spring steel, a material that is both strong and flexible, but which will rust if it is left wet or is stored in a damp place. It is important to wipe or air-dry the rake after each use and store it in a dry area...
Follow the recommendations in this technical production sheet for an optimal outcome when growing cilantro for leaves or microgreens, or for production of coriander seed.
Five culinary herb trends, with suggestions and recommendations from Herb Product Manager, Hillary Alger, on the following: chervil (Anthriscus cerefolium); epazote (Dysphania ambrosioides); lemon balm (Melissa officinalis); papalo (Porophyllum ruderale); and shiso (Perilla frutescens), including Britton, red and green varieties, and best type for umeboshi.
Learn how adding a variety of plant materials to your floral menu — ornamental grasses, herbs, berries, and structurally unique vegetables — can help create more distinctive, fragrant, and elegant dried-flower arrangements.
An illustrated reference to edible flower bloom size, flavor profile, suggested uses, and variety recommendations from Johnny's flower research and trialing team.
For experienced vegetable farmers looking to expand into commercial cut-flower production, as well as the more casual — yet entrepreneurial — gardener exploring ways to create a tidy income stream on the side, these personal narratives from expert farmers around the nation introduce our top-15 choices for getting started in cut flowers. Remember to take notes as you create your seed lists!
To grow native American ginseng from stratified seed, carefully follow the instructions in this technical growing guide, which includes information on seed planting, light and soil requirements, culture, and harvesting of American ginseng.