Sweet potatoes are grown from sweet potato slips. Slips are the stems and foliage that sprout from already grown sweet potatoes. Twist them off the potato, root them in water, then plant them. The Spruce / K. Dave In three to four months, you should have some sweet potatoes. Sweet potatoes are always planted in the spring. They are slow-growing and require warm temperatures to develop full-sizetubers. ​The Spruce / K....

Both types belong to theIpomoea batataspecies, a tender perennial normally grown as an annual. And both the ornamental and edible varieties are easy to grow in pots. Both types grow best in sunny conditions. The Spruce / Sandhya Moraes Sweet potatoes are widely available for sale as small container plants in the spring. But they are also easy to grow yourself by sprouting “slips” from pieces of the tubers. It’s better if they haven’t been refrigerated....

Learn how to grow Swiss chard in your garden. Want more gardening tips? Pollination Swiss chard produces tiny flowers that use wind and insects as pollinators. The Spruce / Heidi Kolsky Pollination is not a concern since this is an annual crop. you might sow directly in the garden when the soil temperature is at least 45F. Be sure the pot has good drainage holes and fill it with potting soil....

There are actually two types of Tarragon. The French one is more widely available and has a stronger flavor than the Russian variety. The French variety (subspeciesSativa) is the one our advice will be centered around. The Spruce / Kara Riley The plant has long, light green leaves and can grow to be a few feet high. Just one plant will generate a generous amount of leaves to pick. Tarragon is native to mild European regions....

A Fitting Name for a Buttery, Sweet Lettuce The Spruce / Randi Rhoades Butterheadlettuce(Lactuca sativa var. capitata) features loosely formed, green or reddish-purple heads with a noticeably smooth flavor and texture. Varieties differ on how long they take to mature, ranging from 45 to 60 days on average. The Spruce / Randi Rhoades The soil temperature should be between 45 and 65 degrees Fahrenheit. The soil should be loose and well-draining....

Despite its prickly personality, this tree-like cactus makes a beautiful addition to any landscape or garden. If youre feeling brave, small teddy bear cacti can even begrown indoors as houseplants. Heres everything it’s crucial that you know about how to grow and care for teddy bear cactus. trotalo / Getty Images Warning Always wear thickgardening glovesor work gloves before handling a teddy bear cactus. Light Teddy bear cacti requirefull sun....

This herbaceous perennial is native to Southeast Asia. Its edible leaves are traditionally used in Southeast Asian cuisines and offer a spicy, licorice-like flavor and aroma. In the United States, Thai basil plants are hardy in zones 10-11 but are typically grown as annuals. The Spruce / Jayme Burrows How to Plant Thai Basil Likesweet basil, Thai basil plants are easy to grow. Start seeds indoors about six weeks before your last frost date in the spring....

Can You Grow Thyme Indoors? As far as herbs are concerned, thyme is one of the easier herb plants to grow. When growing thyme indoors, the biggest challenge you’ll face is ensuring the plant receives consistently bright light. The Spruce / Cori Sears Watering Once established, thyme plants are drought-resistant and often prefer to be under-watered rather than over-watered. Simply snip off the stems any time you need the herb for a recipe....

Like tomatoes, the tomatillo is a member of the nightshade family (Solanaceae). In its native climate, tomatillo plants are perennials but in most areas theyre cultivated as annuals. In hot weather climates, you might also plant tomatillo plants in the fall or winter months. The Spruce / Letícia Almeida Want more gardening tips? Tomatillo plants are also a good choice forvegetable container gardening. Companion plants for tomatillosinclude basil and carrots....

Plant tomatoes in late spring or early summer once all danger of frost has passed. Depending on the variety, tomatoes can be ready to harvest anywhere from 42 to 110 days from germination. Store-bought and home-grown seedlings need to be hardened off before planting outdoors. The Spruce / Jayme Burrows Once night temperatures are consistently above 50 degrees, you might transplant tomato seedlings outdoors. Water tomato plants well before planting....

That’s because the bulbs need an extended cold period each year to reset themselves for new blooms. But tulip bulbs very oftenareplanted in pots and forced into seasonal bloom for a one-time display. Some caution is required when growing tulips indoors. The Spruce / Leticia Almeida Like many spring bulbs, tulips contain alkaloid compounds that are moderatelytoxic to petsand tohumans. The bulbs contain the highest concentration of toxins, but trace amounts are also found in flowers and leaves....

Turnips are a form ofBrassica rapa, the same species asbok choyand Chinese cabbage. They can be planted in late winter/early spring or late summer/early fall. Seeds germinate quickly and mature in about eight weeks. Getty Images / AnthonyRosenberg The area should receive full sun. The soil should be tilled until it is loamy to help root growth and prevent waterlogged roots. Spacing Seeds should be sown one to two inches apart in rows 18 to 30 inches apart....

Paveena Spooner / Getty Images Semi-succulent, trailing turtle vines are low-maintenance, compact, and fast-growing. These forgiving plants can handle irregular watering, provided you position them in partial shade and well-draining soil. Keep these plants in partial shade outdoors or bright but indirect light indoors for the healthiest growth. Paveena Spooner / Getty Images Soil Turtle vines arent too fussy about soil, provided it is well-draining. When growing this species indoors, select a commercial succulent mix or add something like perlite to enhance drainage....