Guide to Small-Scale Bed Preparation Tools | April 2018 Advantage

Plus: Starting Smart with Container & Hydroponic Basil Production [Guide to Small-Scale]([Bed Preparation Tools]( • [Choosing Varieties for Container & Hydroponic Basil Production]( [The Johnny's Advantage]( Grower's Newsletter | April 2018 [Guide to Johnny's Small-Scale Bed Preparation Tools Designed for Small-Scale Growers & Home Gardeners]( by Adam Lemieux, R&D, Tools & Supplies Product Manager Over the past few years, Johnny's has developed and brought into the overall offering many different bed prep tools that boost efficiency for smaller-scale growers and home gardeners. From soil aeration to laying mulch, here is an overview of this set of tools, presented in the suggested order of use in preparing your beds. While you may not need to take every step in every situation, if you are fortunate enough to have access to these tools, this is how we recommend using them... [LEARN MORE]( [Johnny's Greenhouse Technician Matt Neves draws the Bed Prep Rake through the soil to grab stones and debris.]( [Johnny's Greenhouse Technician Matt Neves draws the Bed Prep Rake through the soil to grab stones and debris](. [Hydroponic & Container Basil Guide Variety Selection Recommendations & Production Advice]( by Hillary Alger, R&D, Herbs Product Manager Basil is a popular crop for container and hydroponic production because of its high value, ease of production, and quick crop time. Most basil types and varieties can perform well in these systems, but which ones will perform best for you? Here is a list of characteristics that vary between types and varieties of basil: ● Growth rate ● Disease resistances ● Plant habit ● Leaf types ● Yield ● Preferred uses ● Flavor In giving consideration to these factors, you'll be better prepared to match your system to the best varieties for your desired outcome. Here is some guidance to help you get your container/hydroponic basil production off to a successful start... [LEARN MORE]( [Hydroponic sleeved basil]( [When selecting a variety, it's important to know and consider how you plan to market the final product.]( [Hydroponic & Container Basil Varieties Comparison Chart Faster-Growing, Slower-Growing & Specialty Varieties]( Use our comparison chart to review and contrast distinguishing features of basil varieties for container and hydroponic production. Characteristics include type, variety, description, recommendation, benefits, drawbacks, common uses, and seed forms offered, along with full-color images and links to additional information.... [LEARN MORE]( [Interactive Hydroponic & Container Basil Chart]( We also offer a print-friendly [PDF version]( of our Hydroponic & Container Basil Varieties Comparison Chart. [Featured This Month: Season Extension Sale]( [Spring Season Extension Sale]( Take a peek at our spring Season Extension Sale! Save on a line of implements to safeguard tender spring crops from the elements — with the durability and versatility to serve numerous protective functions year-round. [Now through April 30th: Save on greenhouse film, row covers, hardware...]( [SHOP NOW]( [Video: Manual Mulch Layer]( [Mulch Layer Video]( A quick video demo of the people-powered [Manual Mulch Layer](. This light, highly manoeuverable device works as well in a greenhouse or hoophouse as it does in the open field, providing an efficient, right-scale alternative to a tractor-mounted mulch layer. [Watch a clip of the Manual Mulch Layer...]( [LEARN MORE]( [Comparison Chart: Shell & Snap Pea Varieties]( [Pea Comparison Chart]( "How luscious lies the pea within The pod..." — Emily Dickinson If you haven't yet decided which peas to plant this season, here's a chart to help you choose and get growing! [Compare days to maturity, vine length, pod length, peas per pod & disease resistances...]( [LEARN MORE]( Connect With Us [facebook]( [twitter]( [youtube]( [instagram]( [pinterest]( You're receiving this email because you subscribed at [johnnyseeds.com](. We promise to protect your information. For more information see our [privacy policy](. © 2018 Johnny’s Selected Seeds 13 Main Street, Fairfield, Maine 1-877-564-6697 [Unsubscribe from future emails]( | [View in Browser](