YouTube: Why Is My Kohlrabi Skinny?
The article explains why kohlrabi plants often grow tall and skinny instead of forming the desired swollen bulb. It identifies four primary causes: cramped spacing, cool soil temperatures, excessive nitrogen, and pest pressure from cabbage moths and worms. Christy offers practical remedies such as thinning seedlings, using row covers, adjusting fertilizer regimes, and implementing integrated pest management. The piece also points readers to seed sources and recipe ideas for successful harvests.
YouTube: How to Sprout Seed Potatoes
Gardenerd’s latest YouTube tutorial walks viewers through the step‑by‑step process of sprouting seed potatoes before planting. The video demonstrates optimal temperature, light, and moisture conditions, showing sprouts reaching half an inch in a few weeks. Christy also links to a...