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The Edible Landscape
Quick Corn Tips
- Normal planting time is May 20-June 10.
- Minimum ground temp must be 50 degrees or higher.
- Plant at least four rows of the same variety to ensure proper cross-pollination.
- You can plant in groups to conserve garden space.
- Rows should be 3 feet apart.
- Plants should be 12 inches apart after thinning.
- Plant seeds 3/8 inch deep.
- Baby corn plants will freeze if it gets too cold, so don't plant too early.
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The Beautiful Landscape 
It's Time to Get Ready!!
Your summer gardens will be much happier with a little up-front tender loving care.
Here are 17 tips to prepping your veggie or flower garden for best success.
- Check your soil before you plant. Plants need rich, loose soil to grow lush and full. If you have heavy, clay soil, mix sphagnum peat moss liberally into the soil to loosen the clay. Sphagnum peat will also keep sandy soil from drying so quickly. You may also add well-rotted manure. This makes the soil richer and helps loosen the soil as well.
Read all 17 tips by clicking here
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The Perennial Landscape
New at Beier's for 2009: Schizophragma Climbing Vine
Go back and re-read that word "schizophragma"! What fun!
You begged us to add more climbing vines to our stock, and we've added this one. Also known as the easier-to-say "Moonlight Hydrangea Vine," it's not a true hydrangea but has similar wants and needs.
Read the full story of the Moonlight Hydrangea Vine, including how to grow it, by clicking here |
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The Herbal Landscape
Marjoram: Don't Overlook This Sweet Herb
Sweet marjoram is a must in your herb cupboard. It has a sweeter and
milder flavor than oregano, with a slightly balsamic flavor.
It is one
of the essential herbs in Italian cooking, and a main ingredient in herbes de provence
along with basil, tarragon, thyme, lavender and fennel. If you haven't
tried this particular herb mix ...
Read on, including 11 quick tips for using marjoram, by clicking here
To purchase bulk dried marjoram or herbes de provence, or any of the other herbs mentioned in the article, check the Quick Links box above.
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The 5th Dimension
 Everything else you need to know about successful gardening
Backyard Wildlife Questions and Answers
What's that critter making tunnels in your yard?
Find out by clicking here
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Classes and Learning
Make reservations by calling the greenhouse at (218) 326-5357 and leaving a message. Or, email
beiersgreenhouse@beiersgreenhouse.com
April 28: "Make and Take" Class 5 - 7 p.m.
Exactly what it says... Make and Take your own container garden. For more exclusive attention, schedule a "Planting Party" (see below). $5 fee per person.
April 28: "Veggie" Seminars 1 - 2 p.m and 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Get started on your Square Foot Garden or just learn everything you need to know for successful vegetable gardening. Bring the kids, please! $5 for each adult.
May 2: Proven Winners Seminars with Carrie Larson
We've got Carrie scheduled for May 2. Her informative, interactive seminar tells you all about the Proven Winners available at Beier's Greenhouse this year.
Last year both sessions were packed, and we expect Carrie will be just as popular this year.
Two sessions:
- 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
- $5 admission fee, snack provided.
- Free gift for every student
Last year both sessions were packed, and we expect the seminars will be just as popular this year. Reserve your seats right now!
Plan Your Own "Planting Party"
We're getting closer to knowing when these parties will be scheduled, but need your help! We're thinking
- Wednesday mornings 9 - 11 a.m.
- Thursday mornings 9 - 11 a.m.
- Thursday evenings 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
- Saturday morning or afternoon, you choose
These parties are exclusive reservation only events with you and up to nine of your friends. Don't wait to reserve--your ideal time slot might be taken! Offered throughout the month of May.
Our Beier's expert walks you through the process of planting an ideal container garden that will grace your life with color all summer long.
Bonus: As the host of a Planting Party, you get a special Gift Certificate as thanks!
- $5 admission fee for each party-goer
- Bring your own container or browse our awesome selection
- The only other cost is for the plants you decide to take home!
Please drop an email to us with the subject line, "Planting Party Info" and we'll start reserving spots just for you.
More Classes to Think About...
More "Veggie" Seminars May 6 and 13
Beier's Picks for Perennial Success June 9
Master Gardeners Experts on Everything dates TBD
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Herb Marinade for Veggies
Makes 1 cup
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3/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup white vinegar or lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon mustard
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon black pepperCombine
all ingredients and whisk well. Marinate chunks of sweet pepper,
zucchini or summer squash, onion, eggplant, whole mushrooms, etc. for
about 1 hour. Skewer veggies and grill like kabobs. Recipe courtesy of Beier's Greenhouse. Made up off the top of our heads--vary ingredients at will.
April 19, 2009
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