Crop Rotation Group Miscellaneous ● Soil Average garden soil with excellent drainage. Position Full sun. Frost tolerant Agastache seedlings can be damaged by spring frost, but established plants often survive winter in climates where the soil does not freeze. Feeding Encourage fast growth by mixing a balanced organic fertilizer into the soil before planting. Companions Cabbage, Grape Vine, Mint and Echinacea. The tall, arching flower spikes of agas
Crop Rotation Group Miscellaneous ● Soil Fertile, well-drained soil. Position Full sun to partial shade. Frost tolerant None. Ageratum cannot tolerate cold temperatures. Feeding Mix a light application of a balanced organic fertilizer into the soil prior to planting. In midsummer, drench plants with a liquid plant food to stimulate new growth. Companions Thyme and Osteospermum. Dwarf types make good edging plants for beds and containers. Tall vari
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.