University of Maryland Extension Publications

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    Tomatoes
    (University of Maryland Extension, 2019) Traunfeld, Jon; Smetana, Jeanine; Yen, Peggy
    Solanum lycopersicum is an herbaceous, usually sprawling plant in the nightshade family that is typically cultivated for its edible fruit. This publication briefly describes the types and varieties available from seed catalogs, and provides general instruction for planting, cultivation, harvesting, storage, nutrition, and cooking.
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    Sweet Corn
    (University of Maryland Extension, 2015-06) Traunfeld, Jon
    Zea mays convar. saccharata var. rugosa is a variety of maize with a high sugar content. This publication describes the varieties and three flavor types of hybrid sweet corn, and provides general instruction for planting, cultivation, harvesting, and storage.
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    20 Recommended Vegetable Crops for School Container Gardens: Classification and Characteristics
    (University of Maryland Extension, 2010-01) Traunfeld, Jon; Smith, Erica
    This chart lists plants that can be harvested in spring or fall by name, providing information about edible parts, container depth, time to plant/harvest, difficulty to grow, flavor, and nutrition.
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    Southern Pea
    (University of Maryland Extension, 2010) Traunfeld, Jon; Abend, Anne; Yen, Peggy
    Vigna unguiculata is known by many names including “blackeyes”, “cowpeas”, “crowders” and “field peas”. This publication provides instruction for planting, cultivation, harvesting, storage, nutrition, and use.
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    Radish
    (University of Maryland Extension, 2010) Traunfeld, Jon; Powers, Heather; Yen, Peggy
    This publication describes types of radishes and provides instruction for their planting, cultivation, harvesting, and storage.
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    Growing Giant Pumpkins in Maryland Home Gardens
    (University of Maryland Extension, 2010-05) Traunfeld, Jon
    This publication provides instruction specific instruction for growing large pumpkins, a summer-growing annual of the genus Curcurbita and the family Curcurbitaceae. Topics covered include planting, cultivation, and harvesting, with a note regarding pests and diseases.
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    Sweet Potato
    (University of Maryland Extension, 2010-04) Traunfeld, Jon; Smetana, Jeanine; Nixon, Bob; Yen, Peggy
    Ipomoea batatas belongs to the family Convolvulaceae with two types of cultivars produced in the United States. This publication describes the general history of the sweet potato and provides general instruction for planting, cultivation, harvesting, and storage.
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    Spinach
    (University of Maryland Extension, 2010-04) Traunfeld, Jon; Smetana, Jeanine; Nixon, Bob; Yen, Peggy
    Spinacia oleracea is an edible flowering plant, a hardy annual in the family Chenopodiaceae. This publication describes the types of regular spinach and provides general instruction for planting, cultivation, harvesting, storage, nutrition, and use.
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    Winter Squash
    (University of Maryland Extension, 2010-05) Traunfeld, Jon; Smetana, Jeanine; Nixon, Bob; Yen, Peggy
    A summer-growing annual vegetable within the genus Cucurbita, winter squash is harvested and eaten in the mature fruit stage, when the seeds within have matured fully and the skin has hardened into a tough rind. This publication provides general instruction for planting, cultivation, harvesting, storage, and nutrition.
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    Swiss Chard
    (University of Maryland Extension, 2010-03) Traunfeld, Jon; Smetana, Jeanine; Nixon, Bob; Yen, Peggy
    Also known by the names Silverbeet, Perpetual Spinach, Spinach Beet, Crab Beet, Seakale Beet, and Mangold, Beta vulgaris var. cicla is a cultivated descendant of the sea beet, Beta vulgaris subsp. maritima. This publication describes the general history and use of swiss chard and provides general instruction for planting, cultivation, harvesting, and storage.