It seems the confusion stems from the word for the eighth zodiac animal, “Yang,” which can refer to either “sheep” or “goat,” according to Xinhua, China’s state-run news agency.
We thought we’d let these ruminants go head-to-head and fight it out for supremacy, with the winner getting the official Modern Farmer stamp of approval for 2015.
Cast your vote for the winner!
Crop Rotation Group Miscellaneous ● Soil Rich, light soil with plenty of organic matter added. Position Sunny, sheltered spot. Frost tolerant Yes, but it is important to choose varieties known to grow well in your area to reduce risk of losing blooms to spring freezes. Cold damage to spring blossoms is a major limiting factor in where almonds can be successfully grown. Feeding Topdress with a generous mulch of well-rotted organic matter in spring along with
Crop Rotation Group Brassicas (Cabbage family) ● Soil Average garden soil. Position Full sun to partial afternoon shade. Frost tolerant Alyssum seedlings can tolerate light frost, but plants are often killed by freezing temperatures. Feeding Fast growth is encouraged by mixing a balanced organic fertilizer into the soil before planting. Encourage reblooming with a liquid feed. Companions Peas, Lettuce, Spinach, Lobelia, Heliotrope and Geranium.
Crop Rotation Group Brassicas (Cabbage family) ● Soil Fertile, well drained soil that holds moisture well. Position Full sun to partial afternoon shade. Frost tolerant Yes, tolerates light frosts and moderate freezes. Feeding Not generally required. Companions Beans, Dill, Lettuce, Mint, Nasturtium and Thyme. Spacing Single Plants: 5" (15cm) each way (minimum) Rows: 3" (10cm) with 7" (20cm) row gap (minimum) Sow and Plant Sow direc
Crop Rotation Group Miscellaneous ● Soil Fertile, well drained, and free of persistent weeds. Position Full sun to partial afternoon shade. Frost tolerant Long-lived hardy perennial. Beds can produce for decades. Feeding Mulch with 2 inches of rich compost or rotted manure every winter. Companions Tomato, Marigold, Calendula and Petunia. Spacing Single Plants: 1 5" (45cm) each way (minimum) Rows: 1 5" (45cm) with 1 5" (45cm) row gap