Grains
Wheat, barley, oats, rye and other grains are typically grown in agricultural surroundings, but there’s no reason you can’t grow grain plants in your garden. Some types of grains can even be grown indoors on your kitchen counter. Keep in mind, however, that growing conditions vary widely for different grain plants. The following articles will provide information on growing and harvesting grains in the home garden.
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What Is Alsike Clover: Learn How To Grow Alsike Clover PlantsAlsike clover is an extremely adaptable plant that grows along roadsides and in moist pastures and fields. If you've never considered growing hybridum alsike clover, perhaps you should. Click on the article that follows to learn more.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Tips For Growing Amaranth For FoodThough the amaranth plant is typically grown as a decorative flower, it is an excellent food crop grown in many parts of the world. Growing amaranth for food is fun and interesting, and this article will help.
By Heather Rhoades
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Harvesting Amaranth Plants: When Is Amaranth Harvest TimeWhen the amaranth seed heads are plainly visible, is it time to harvest the amaranth? How do you know when to harvest amaranth? Click this article to find out how to harvest amaranth and other information about harvesting amaranth grains.
By Amy Grant
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Harvesting Wheat In The Home GardenGrowing wheat at home is a fun part of a healthy lifestyle. Learn how to tell if your home grown wheat is ready to harvest, and how to do it.
By Laura Miller
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Barley Net Blotch Treatment: How To Prevent Net Blotch On Barley PlantsA very common barley issue, called barley net blotch, can be a major cause of frustration and may even result in loss of yields for growers. Luckily, the application of several simple garden practices can help to reduce problems. Learn more in this article.
By Tonya Barnett
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Crimson Clover Plants – Tips For Growing Crimson Clover As A Cover CropVery few nitrogen fixing cover crops are as breathtaking as crimson clover. With their bright crimson red, conical blooms and tall fleecy stems, one might think a field of crimson clover was planted purely for aesthetic appeal. Click here for more information.
By Darcy Larum
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What Is 6-Row Barley – How To Grow 6-Row Barley For Beer MakingWhether wishing to make their farm more sustainable or hoping to grow barley for its use in beer making, there is no doubt that its growers have mixed opinions regarding how different types of the plant should be used, like 6-row barley plants. Learn more about it here.
By Tonya Barnett
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What Is 2-Row Barley – Why Grow 2-Row Barley Plants At HomeAlthough labor intensive, the process of growing grains, such as 2-row malting barley, for use in home brewing is one that can be extremely rewarding. Learn more about growing 2-row barley for beer in this article. Click here for additional information.
By Tonya Barnett
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Why Grow Perennial Legumes – Learn About Planting Perennial LegumesMost legumes grown in the home garden, including beans and peas, are annual plants, which means they complete a life cycle in a single year. Perennial legumes, on the other hand, are those that live for more than two years. Learn more about these in this article.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Velvet Bean Information: Learn About Growing Velvet Bean PlantsVelvet beans are very long climbing vines that produce white or purple flowers and deep purple bean pods. They?re popular as medicine, cover crops, and occasionally as food. Learn more about planting and growing velvet beans in this article.
By Liz Baessler
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What Is Winter Rye Grass: Growing Winter Rye As A Cover CropCover crops are planted to minimize soil erosion, increase beneficial microbiological activity and generally improve soil tilth. Considering growing a cover crop? There are many to choose from but winter rye is a standout. Learn more in this article.
By Amy Grant
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What Is Sorghum - Information About Sorghum PlantsHave you ever heard of sorghum plants? At one time, sorghum was an important crop and served as a sugar substitute for many people. What is sorghum and what other interesting sorghum grass information can we dig up? Find out here.
By Amy Grant
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What Is Living Mulch: How To Use Living Mulch As A GroundcoverLiving mulch provides numerous benefits to the garden and soil. What is living mulch? Any plant that is used to cover an area of soil and adds nutrients, enhances soil porosity, decreases weeds and prevents soil erosion, among other attributes. This article will help.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Birdsfoot Trefoil Uses: Planting Birdsfoot Trefoil As Cover CropIf you're looking for a cover crop for difficult soil, the birdsfoot trefoil plant may be just what you need. This article discusses the pros and cons of using birdsfoot trefoil as a cover crop, as well as basic growing techniques. Click here to learn more.
By Jackie Carroll
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Learn About Oaxacan Green Dent CornHanging onto the old seed varieties is your responsibility, but it also affords you a glimpse into ancient cultures and civilizations. Oaxacan green dent corn is an heirloom variety of corn that traces its roots to a native people from Mexico.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Information On Emmer Wheat OriginsBy Liz Baessler
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How To Harvest Quinoa: Tips For Growing And Harvesting QuinoaWhat exactly is the quinoa harvesting process? Is harvesting of quinoa done by hand? Read on to learn more.
By Amy Grant

