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Does anyone know of a good place to buy sod for a backyard garden? We have a fairly small space, so don't need a huge quantity or a landscaper to help install it. Your thoughts/advice appreciated!
Posted on: 2010/3/19 16:39
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Rhubarb is not as big as you think. We used to have some in my mom's yard growing up and it's not any bigger than small hosta. We only got about 3 stalks per bulb. Our garden has a 2 foot wide border around the perimeter, so we have room for small stuff. The problem is the sun is blocked by a fence on one side in the morning and on the other side in the afternoon. Most of the sun loving veggies are planted in containers and sitting in the sunniest spot in the middle. Other stuff I grow on my windowsill. I just started some Mesculan and Arugula on my windowsill, so I'm not sure if it will work (crossing my fingers).
About the Basil, I've been growing it my kitchen from seeds for the past year regardless of season without any problems. In fact I just harvested my last batch of basil in February. I bought one of the Jiffy seed starter boxes, follow the directions and voila you have basil and tons of it. Just make sure you have a sunny window and plenty of room for the plants to spread their roots. Only use 2-3 seeds per Jiffy pellet if it's a fresh pack of seeds. If the seeds are old then you can add more since some of them might be dead. Seeds do eventually die, that's why it's best to start with fresh seeds every season. Also use (pee warm) warm water to water the young plants so you don't shock them.
Posted on: 2010/3/15 19:29
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Just bought my San Marzano tomato seeds yesterday, at 14th Street Garden Center, and I'll be ordering my chili pepper seeds today from Pepper Joe's.com.
Posted on: 2010/3/15 14:11
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I usually plant the basil the first weekend in May. I agree with other posters about a sunny spot. Regarding plants vs. seeds,... depends on your patience. I usually like seeds, because I can choose the exact variety. I've had the best pesto from the "Genoa" variety of basil - some seed companies consider it "heirloom" - whatever it is, it works!! Also, I find that buying seed costs less than buying plants. Either way, you can't go wrong. Good Luck!!!
Posted on: 2010/3/15 13:51
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After wasting a lot of time driving around looking for a garden store that sells amaryllis and paperwhite bulbs (without packaging/kits), I gave up and ordered online. I have also ordered plants online before, too and was satisfied with the quality. I like the Tasteful Garden and Cook's Garden.
Posted on: 2010/3/14 3:44
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It's too early to grow basil outside. Start with the windowsill indoors, you can re-pot it into a bigger container and leave it outside in May. Don't water it too much and make sure it gets full sun during the day.
My best experience with Basil was from one of those bagged with soil from a supermarket, not the ones you grow from seeds or buy at home depot.
Posted on: 2010/3/13 20:31
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Basil grows like weeds it grows fast and is hearty give it plenty of water and place it in a sunny spot.
Posted on: 2010/3/13 16:11
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Having zero previous gardening experience, I'd like to try to grow some basil this year to make my own pesto. Probably in a container. When is the best time to do it? Is it too early? It's feeling like spring already, but I guess I wouldn't be surprised if it snowed one more time.
Posted on: 2010/3/13 14:57
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I've been ordering heirloom seeds for years from Pinetree Garden Seeds. Zuccheta Rampicante climbing zucchini and Rattlesnake purple spotted pole beans are ideal small footprint garden crops. Kirby cukes too. That Cranford place sounds interesting, we've been trying to find mini sweet peppers. Bought some last year that turned out slightly hot, the kids were annoyed.
Amy, you must have some room if you plan on rubarb, I understand it gets BIG!
My zucchini "tree"
Posted on: 2010/3/12 21:57
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I recommend having the soil test done as soon as possible as spring is "high season" for this kind of thing. Last year I waited until April for the Rutgers service and the wait was 6 weeks. I finally got back good results, but was tentatively eating quite a bit of lettuce before that point.
Posted on: 2010/3/12 21:36
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Funny that I replied to the forum several months ago. I searched for gardening, garden centers and plants before I posted and this thread did not appear - oh well.
 thanks everyone for the feedback
Posted on: 2010/3/12 20:42
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I second Dreyer's in Cranford. They have a huge selection of fruit and veggie plants, with many heirloom varieties.
If you are going the seed route, I recommend a company called Renee's Garden. I have always had good luck with her seeds when other companies' have failed to sprout. I do recommend the soil test, though it sometimes can take a couple of months to get your results back. There are plants to stay away from if contaminated soil is a concern - leafy greens and root vegetables, for instance. A google search with give you lots of articles about this. The gardenweb forums are full of great advice, definitely check them out: http://forums.gardenweb.com/forums/ Best of luck!
Posted on: 2010/3/12 20:01
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Last year there was widespread problems with tomato blight. Luckily enough, we were blight free. I "think" the reasons why we escaped the blight were two: 1.) we got our plants from a small independant nursey who "grow their own" seedlings, Dreyers in Cranford. I heard that blight came from some of the mega nurseys that sell thru the big chains (Home Depot, etc) 2.) I used plastic mulch (the sheets) around the plants. This seemed to keep the blight spores from getting bounced from the ground to the foliage during rain/watering. Good luck. We usually do pole beans, tomatoes, basil and a few herbs. Wish we had more room.
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Hi Everyone,
We're doing a mini garden renovation this year and want to plant some vegetables in the backyard. Specifically I want to plant some Perennial vegetables like Rhubarb but have no idea where I can get it. Can anyone recommend Gardening Centers in the area? I?ve been to the one over by the Holland Tunnel but I can?t remember the name and want to call them. Do you have the name or number? Also if you have any general tips about backyard gardening in downtown I would be most grateful. We?ve already decided we should have the soil tested for lead since we will be planting edible stuff. I found Rutgers has a good website for soil testing. Any others you can think of or anything free out there? Sorry if this is a duplicate post, I searched but didn't find anything similar on the message board. Rutgers soil testing: http://njaes.rutgers.edu/soiltestinglab/howto.asp
Posted on: 2010/3/12 18:44
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+1 on this. the guy thats always there is very helpful too. prices are really good as well. We always went to Lowes on 440 and while the selection was good, we found the prices in the heights better, as well as the customer service. they also have some amazing pepper plants in the summer...
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Believe it or not IKEA in Elizabeth has great plants. The pots aren't that great, but the plants are very hearty. Then I go to the garden center near the Holland Tunnel at Jersey Avenue and 14th street for fresh soil and larger pots.
Posted on: 2009/10/27 14:25
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I've never had much luck with the place on14th. They're so expensive! If you feel like taking a drive, Strawberry Blossoms in Wayne has a really nice selection.
Posted on: 2009/10/27 12:27
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In Jersey City try the Hudson Farmers Market up in the Heights section at the foot of Bowers St. on Kennedy Blvd. There is always an array of plants year round and especially during holidays. They also have a small parking lot on the premises. I would give it a shot.
Posted on: 2009/10/27 12:11
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Customer service is horrible in the 440 Lowe's and 440 Home Depot. We go to the 12th St Home Depot right outside the Holland Tunnel. Employees there actually know where their inventory is, and usually walk with you to find specific items rather than send you on a wild goose chase all over the (BIG box) store as the employees have done many, many times to me on 440.
Also, when you purchase plants at HD (any location should you decide to go to 440 anyway), keep your receipt for a refund if/when you kill your plants. Quote:
Posted on: 2009/10/27 10:43
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Have you been to the roof of Home Depot by the Holland Tunnel?
Posted on: 2009/10/27 10:29
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+1 for the 440 Lowe's!
Great customer service, and great selection of seasonal plants and gardening supplies (soil, mulch, etc.) We buy our plants there and have never been disappointed in terms of plant health/price/selection.
Posted on: 2009/10/27 5:25
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The 14th street nursery can be pricey.
A cheaper alternative would be to emulate one of my neighbors by simply helping yourself to whatever is in my front yard.
Posted on: 2009/10/27 4:37
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Will have to check those spots out! Thanks for the tips. Keep them coming if you got them.
Posted on: 2009/10/27 3:04
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Have you tried the Home Depot or Lowes on 440? Those are way better stocked with plants then the one near the tunnel.
Posted on: 2009/10/27 2:59
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There's a plant place near the Holland Tunnel on 14th and Jersey Ave.
Posted on: 2009/10/27 2:14
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Coming from California, there was a well stocked nursery pretty much everywhere and I could always count on the The Home Depot garden section and even Target to have lots of great stuff. Target is a bust. The Home Depot Garden area in JC is abysmal, and I'm having trouble finding a nursery.
Where can I get houseplants around here?
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