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What plants to grow in warm climate?

pano — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:00:28 +0000

I have a 3 meter by 1 meter outdoor area attached to my kitchen, paved, and has restricted sun access because it is roofed and has a wooden panel that looks like this http://www.tradeindia.com/selloffer/2571690/Punched-Hole.html

Enough sunlight peaks through the grooves but the direct sunlight is limited to 2 hours a day max.

This is in a sea country in the Middle East, so it is hot and humid in summer, warm to slightly cool in the evenings in winter. It is winter now, and there is no humidity. Temp around 28 -23 C.

I want to turn this area into a herb and vegetable garden. What types of herbs and vegetables could I grow under the above conditions? (baring in mind the current season).

Many thanks,
Z

aby advice on a potted herb garden? basil looking all floppy..?

pano — Mon, 30 May 2011 16:51:17 +0000

i bought some already grown basil from the supermarket about two weeks ago. i transplanted them last week to a larger rectangle shaped pot for the balcony. in this pot i have two basil plants a thyme and rosemary plant.. i’m considering removing the thyme and rosemary and giving them their own separate pots.
can anyone tell me why on earth my basil is all droopy and floppy? it gets direct sunlight everyday and i water them frequently. i have also used bio/organic soil and the plants were organic to begin with.. can anyone tell me where i’m going wrong, or is this normal (like, are the plants in a kind of shock?)?
cheers for any advice you can give me!

What kind of lighting should I use for an indoor herb garden?

pano — Sat, 28 May 2011 04:33:36 +0000

This summer I’m planning to grow herbs for the first time. I’m starting with just a few simple cooking herbs, and I want to grow them in my room but I’m concerned about lighting. They’ll be next to the window so they’ll get plenty of fresh air, but my room isn’t facing in the right direction for a lot of sunlight to filter in. Would it be a good idea to get a timed grow light for them? And if so, what type of light should I get, and what times during the day should it be on?

What has helped you treat depression naturally?

pano — Mon, 23 May 2011 14:25:55 +0000

I have tried all the meds, even in lower doses. Have awful reactions and side effects. Do not work for me.

I have faith in God and much to be thankful for.

I do have a health condition where I have chronic pain and fatigue. Trying to get better treatment for that now!!!

I have tried St. John’s Wort, SAMe, 5htp and other herbs,

I am trying to eat better, get more exercise and more sunlight. But it is hard to get a lot of exercise due to my health. I am also trying to keep my weight up where I have been sick. Do not need to lose weight!!!

I do try so hard. I know it is a chemical imbalance. Really starting to work on the stuff I mentioned above. What else can I do?

I can’t afford much. I have went to therapy before. I do go to my doctors and specialists b/c I have to where I have been sick.

The finance thing is enough to depress anyone. And others have been sick too in my family. I am still very lucky. I love life and want to feel better. Any help appreciated.

What is a great type of plant to grow indoors?

pano — Fri, 13 May 2011 00:13:13 +0000

Hello! I’m a high school student. I’m thinking about growing my own plants indoor, just for fun. I’m really like my Science classes (especially biology) and I find that taking time out of your day to admire nature can be quite calming.

I would like to start planting a single plant indoors. I live in Toronto, Canada and we’re currently headed into summer but since my room is in the basement it’s a bit cooler than the upstairs and most of the sunlight that comes in is through small windows no taller than 30cm or about a foot if your American and maybe 50 cm wide.

I’m still sort of not sure what type of plant I should go for. Just for fun, beauty maybe some herbs or a bit of everything? I don’t mind spending too much on initial costs like seeds and a pot but I’m not to sure about fertilizing plants since I am relatively new to this (We have a small garden in our backyard but I’m not sure if we fertilize it). What would you recommend for me? I think if all goes well and I really enjoy this plant, I may choose to grow more and have like a miniature indoor garden in a some what wide container (this would most likely happen once I hit University).

Thanks a lot for the help, I do truly appreciate it.

What vegetable and fruit shade plants are there?

pano — Sun, 17 Apr 2011 04:35:12 +0000

I am planting flowers and fruits and veggies in my garden this year. my garden is spread out over my backyard and one spot doesnt get much sunlight. I wanted to plant a type of food this year. I need a list of shade plants that are edible. Herbs are okay too! WHoever gives a full complete and good answer will get best answer!

I want to start gardening – advise pls?

pano — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 16:49:12 +0000

I am interested in starting a small balcony / indoor garden. i’m interested in growing palms outside my door(there is no direct sunlight) herbs (coriander / mint / oregano / methi etc ) and a few vegetables like tomatoes and peppers.
what is the care i should take and is it better to buy the plants and grow them or plant seeds??
and any other care to be taken.
I live in Hyderabad, India

Herb garden, zone 5, in containers, can I leave it out over winter?

pano — Sun, 07 Nov 2010 09:22:17 +0000

garden, outdoor herbs advice for the winter. First time container gardener here. 2 large terra cotta pots, one with Rosemary, Thyme, and Sage, the other with Sage (from the first sage that was blocking sunlight for Parsley), Parsley, Chives, and some Oregano roots. I’m in Zone 5. So can I just "harvest" the greenery for winter and leave them out for winter since they are perennials? Any coverage? or just let nature take its course and let them make a robust comeback. I have them close to the house since I have mobility limits, a farther part of the yard is full of wild flowers, perhaps planted by previous resident, always a surprise what will come up with doing nothing at all. But mostly I am wondering about these herbs as I did count on how heavy those terra cotta planters got once all soil was added. Also have another Rosemary Tree that instructions tied to it said "likes bright sun, hardy to 20 degrees and in poor soil" I’ve been meaning to contact the web site to see if they are just wondering if customers are reading the card with history of the herb. And what would poor soil be? Rosemary tree on its own, in a smaller (but deeper) container, is about 16 inches high. Is poor soil an actual thing that can be defined?
Darby, thanks so much! What about "harvesting" the herbs. should I just take leaves, and leave the bottom of each herb (except Rosemary and Parsley). Or cut (clippers ok to use?) down and hang up to dry. Though I guess if I am bringing them in that question doesn’t make much sense. Staring to understand some draw backs for container gardening. I need it close to the door and have so enjoyed how beautiful they are. I appreciate knowing that the terra cotta pots wouldn’t make it (I would have been inconsolable! one of the few that are Made in USA, and very pretty, and on clearance!!!)

Vegetable growing help?

pano — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 17:01:36 +0000

Hey there, so I went tot he farmers market last saturday, and I got some little tomato, pepper, cucumber, and herb plants, theres a few others, can’t remember, but I’m totally confused, how should I plant them when in the pot? Do I need to stake them? How often should I water them? The tag says to put in Direct sunlight which they are, but should I get them each their own indivual pots or no? Help! I’m not a good gardening person. haha.
Do I still need big pots if they are just small right now?
They can’t go in the ground, I live in a town house.

Some questions about gardening!! Please help!?

pano — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 12:01:16 +0000

Hi! I would like to start some veggies and herbs in pots on my patio. I have a lot of space in the backyard in direct sunlight too if needed. I just rent instead of owning so I don’t want to plant in the ground.

What veggies and herbs are the easiest to grow?
What supplies do I need to get started?
Which grow best in my environment? (I live on Oahu, Hawaii, about 100 yards from the beach, 80 degrees year round…lots of salt in the air)

I’m mostly interested in growing everyday cooking herbs like parsley, basil, rosemary, cilantro and chives would be awesome. Veggie wise I would love to grow bell peppers, jalapenos, tomatoes (cherry or roma?), and other ones that would work well in pots.

I have never tried to grow anything in my life, but I love to cook and I hate having to run to the store for green onions, peppers and stuff like that all the time, so any advice is greatly appreciated!!!

Thank you so much!!!
Lindsay