Author: Justin Ballew

Turnips & Rutabagas

Turnips (Brassica rapa) and rutabagas (Brassica napus) have edible leaves and roots, though turnip greens are more commonly eaten than rutabaga greens. Turnips have crisp, white flesh and a spicy,...

SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report

Coastal Region Rob Last reports, “Starting with strawberries, the plant development is taking off with little in the way of disease pressure currently. Flower formation and fruit set are beginning....

Tomato

Tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum) are a popular staple in Southern vegetable gardens. Tomatoes are warm-season plants that grow best at 70 to 80 °F during the day and 60 to 70 °F during the night...

SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report

Midlands Region Justin Ballew reports, “Last week we saw a few nice, warm afternoons and about a half-inch of rain Thursday night. In strawberries, the warm weather will soon have plants pushing out...

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