Vegetables

Garden Help > Vegetables > CucumbersSummaryFourteen varieties of cucumbers were compared for flavor and production. Stallion White and Japanese Climbing ranked top in flavor. Marketmore 76 was top in production.OverviewThis was a trial to compare the production and taste of 14 varieties of cucumbers…

Listed below are the herb seedlings that we will be offering. Many of these, especially the basils, are very popular and may sell out early.Please understand that some varieties may sell out quickly or not be available due to germination difficulties. Herb list Anise Hyssop/Licorice Mint, Agastache…

Garden Help > VegetablesUC Links How to grow: Celery Production in CaliforniaPest management: Celery pest management (written for commercial growers) The BasicsCelery is challenging to grow in most of Santa Clara County. It grows best at 60–65ºF though it will tolerate temperatures from 45–75ºF…

Start slip production in February–March Transplant to garden May–June Sweet potatoes are grown from 'slips' (sprouts from a sweet potato). Due to pest quarantines, most nursery companies cannot ship slips to California.

Garden Help > Vegetables > Brussels SproutsSummaryFor best Brussels sprouts production, transplant seedlings into the garden in May or June. The plants will begin to produce sprouts in the summer and will continue through the fall and winter.OverviewThe purpose of the project was to determine the best…

Parsley is cold hardy and can be productive year-round. It comes in both curly and flat-leaved (Italian) varieties. It is a biennial, meaning it will send up a flower stalk after its first winter, so it is best to set out fresh transplants every spring.

Garden Help > VegetablesUC Links How to grow: Onion, UC Davis, Vegetable Research and Information CenterPest management: Vegetable cultural tips, pests, and diseasesThe BasicsOnions can be divided into two categories: strong-flavored ones that store well and mild, sweet ones that don't last long in…

When to plant Transplant: May–June For best results, wait until daytime temperatures are regularly over 75°F Start in pots for transplants: February–April; ready to transplant in 8 weeks Harvest window: August–October, two to three months after transplanting, depending on variety.

Garden Help > VegetablesUC Links Pest management: Pests and diseases of Brussels sproutsThe BasicsBrussels sprouts are a cool season crop, preferring temperatures under 70º F. Sprouts maturing in hot weather and/or dry conditions are more likely to develop bitterness.When to plant: …

Transplant or direct seed: May–July, possibly April for transplanting. For best results, wait until daytime temperatures are regularly over 70°F and soil temperature is over 65°F. Start in pots for transplants: March–June; ready to transplant in 4 weeks.