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April 2021

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be sure to set up a trellis and train them rigorously, as the vines can get unruly. Peas are a cool-season crop and are planted directly into the soil as seeds in late winter or early spring in most areas. Tip : Use a pea inoculant (a powder that acts like a probiotic for peas and beans) at the time of planting to ensure success. Look for varieties that are resistant to pea enation mosaic virus and powdery mildew. C heery, colorful radishes are some of the first vegetables gardeners can harvest in the spring. This attractive cool- season plant grows quickly and takes up little room, making it an ideal choice for small-space gardeners. Don't know what to do with radishes? For a classic French dish, slice them raw (wash and scrub well to remove soil) and serve with salt and butter. The leaves are also edible and can make a good substitute for cooked spinach. When to plant : Sow seeds about four to six weeks before the average last frost date in spring. In mild-winter climates, peas can also be planted in the fall; sow seeds two to three months before the first expected frost date. Light requirement : Full sun to partial shade; provide afternoon shade in hot climates. 2) Radishes When to plant : Sow seeds two to three weeks before the average last frost date in spring, and in late summer four to six weeks before the average first fall frost. Continue sowing seeds every two weeks in both spring and fall. Light requirement : Full sun to partial shade.

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