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Our first two quizzes are focused on why basil leaves turn yellow and growing chillies from seed. But there are many more quizzes planned so please stay tuned.
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Gardening quiz: growing herbs at home (beginner)
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10 quick questions to test your knowledge about growing herbs and vegetables

There is a lot of information about best practices that miss the point. Your garden is a unique eco-system that you can master. All it takes is a willingness to read, test, learn and start again.
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The cheapest way to grow herbs at home is to...
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Herbs are thirsty and you should ideally water a little bit several times a day to help plants grow healthy root systems.
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Allowing aromatic herbs to flower gives the leaves a stronger taste and aroma.
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You should trim and harvest your herbs continously for the plant to grow strong and bushy.
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You are better off planting fresh seeds bought at the store (compared to older seeds found at home)
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Watering is easy. Just remember to always water before the surface of the soil is dry.
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Herbs need 10+ hours of artificial light during the darker times of the year.
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Seeds will not germinate and grow unless you sow in compost rich, fertilized soil.
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You need to spend hours per day to successfully grow herbs like oregano and basil at home.
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It is really easy to repot and grow herbs bought at the grocery store.
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Gardening quiz: growing chillies from seeds
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What do you know about growing chillies from seed?

In our article "Growing Chillies From Seed (Looking Back At 2021)" you will learn the answers to these quiz questions and much more.
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Chillie plants thrive in temperatures above 35 degrees Celsius (95 degrees Fahrenheit) from seed to harvest.


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Chillie plants emit a strong scent (due to their strong flavor) and are a great companion plant as they repel all pests.

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Chilli plants grow stronger if you keep the plants in smaller pots.

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Chillies do not like to dry out between waterings.

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Fertilizers with high levels of nitrogen help chilli plants produce large and healthy chilli fruits.

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You should always pinch the tops of your chilli plants to get stronger plants.

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Well drained soil is less important as long as the chilli plant is given enough potassium.

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Plant your chilli seeds as early as January/February to give your chilli plant time to develop and produce fruit.

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It is easy to grow chilli plants but it takes a skilled gardener to get plants to produce fruits.

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If you soak chilli seeds for 48 hours before planting the chilli plant will produce fruits a lot sooner.

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Gardening quiz: Why Basil Leaves Turn Yellow
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What do you know about leaves turning yellow on basil plants?

In the article "10 Reasons Basil Leaves Turn Yellow (And What To Do)" you will learn the answers to these quiz questions and much more.
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You may have to add nutrients or fertilizers to an established basil plant.

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Basil is a very hardy plant and tolerates cold weather and wind as long as there is no frost.

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Basil thrives in hot and humid growing environments.

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Aerated soil increases the risk of root rot and yellowing basil leaves.

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Basil will grow and thrive indoors year round as long as the plant is protected from direct sunlight.

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Organic pesticides sound great but never work in real life.

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Chlorosis is a fancy way of saying that:
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You should always start checking for yellow leaves at the top of the plant.
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You should never repot basil as the root bulb is too delicate.
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Basil will grow and thrive in small pots as long as the soil is compact enough.

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