I'd highly recommend adding sunflowers (which are the forgotten "4th sister") and amaranth, either the kind that's for greens or the other kinds that are for grain, depending on what you want. Amaranth isn't traditional, but it grows great with corn, so I use it as my bonus "5th sister".

@PigeonDumplins

2 жыл бұрын

Really glad you brought this up about the sunflower thing. Often forgotten 4th sister. As for your comment on amaranth, there was an indigenous chenopod that is Of the same genus as Latin American amaranth that was domesticated in North America before corn became widely grown in the late woodland period

@sykotikmommy

2 жыл бұрын

Where would you plant the sunflowers, in reference to the rest that Brian has done in this video?

@user-rx2ur5el9p

2 жыл бұрын

@@sykotikmommy Generally, I believe, along the outer perimeter of your bed. The sunflowers serve as "catch crops", meaning that they "catch" insects by drawing them away from eating your veggies. In theory, critters will munch on the sunflowers instead of your crops.

@sykotikmommy

2 жыл бұрын

@@user-rx2ur5el9p OK, thank you! 😊

@heidilady

Жыл бұрын

I too recommend sunflowers. They are great at keeping birds and squirrels off my corn.

Just some interesting info: Your mentioned the circle with 4 corners. That is actually the Medicine Wheel that is present in many Native American cultures. The 4 corners refer to the 4 (compass) directions. It's neat that you brought that into your 3-sisters planting without even knowing it was also Native American! BLESSINGS!

@dragoninthewest1

3 жыл бұрын

I believe the Olmec are the original ones to domesticate the three sisters. The Olmec were to the Mayans what Sumer was to Persia.

Great idea for growing corn, squash, and beans

I've heard of this but have never seen it explained as thoroughly as you have done and also by planting it also. Thank you very much. 😊

You’re correct about being able to see purple beans versus green beans. But I don’t know if Indians were picking beans prior to total ripening? I think, but don’t know for certain, they let the beans ripen, and then dried the beans for winter food? One summer, I grew both sweet corn and Indian corn with my kids. After the corn gained about 5’-6’, a torrential rain came blowing through with strong winds to boot. All of the corn was blown flat. I couldn’t get to the garden for a couple of days because of work schedule. Then, I picked up the sweet corn, mudded up the roots, and it recovered. In the meantime, the Indian corn picked itself up! Since then, I have talked to other gardeners who had similar experience.. Courtesy of Half Vast Flying

Happy seeing you use Baker Creek, a great company with quality heirloom seeds

I am using an old kid pool for my corn,beans and I used cucumbers for the leaf coverage and added peas and lettuce in there too. So far so good.

What timing! I was just heading out to prep the soil for my 3 sisters garden when this popped up!

That’s exciting! Can’t wait to see it all grow!

I can't wait to see this during harvest!

We are loving our three sisters garden bed! It’s wonderful!

Very interesting I had never heard of this before! I can’t wait to see the Progress! Fab video thank you! ☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️

At last the 3 sisters! Thank you! Awesome !

"Can you picture a circle with corners?" A square ⬛️ 😏 Just playin' ty for this great video. Very informative 😉👍

Excellent video Brian. It's good to see you moving around.

Thank you for a wonderful video. 2nd year of gardening and trying this group this year. So far so good.

Yes! Been waiting for this. My 3 sisters went wrong. Thanks for sharing so I can fix it!

Totally going to tey this, thank you. Your very helpful and informative. I love your video's

Thank you, again, for the education. So happy you're doing better. Be safe.

Thank you, Brian. You are looking well, Keep up the good work.

Perfect timing Brian, I'm getting ready to plant both the purple beans and my corn. Just need to get some pumpkin seeds 🎃🌽😊

Great video!!! I will try that next spring.

Yes My ancestors grew this in Virginia. We used to trade among other neighboring tribes like the Pamunkey, Powhatan, or Nottowa, etc.

I wish I could still find some room for 3-sister planting. Very nice demonstration, I will have to try it next time!

Love that idea!

Keep up the good work Brian. Hope you’re feeling better.

Thank you for the video. Very informative and simple. Be safe. 🌱🌾🍂😃👵

Hey there! Saw the chickens in the background and they are looking great!

Great video! I have never heard of this method but love the idea. I have given up on growing corn. The squirrels here think my yard and garden are their personal Disneyland and they really love the corn. Two years ago they became so brazen they would come in through the picket fence we had around the garden, tear off an ear of corn right by where I stood and then haul it back through the fence and have a feast! It was a losing battle. Haven’t grown corn since 😫. So nice to have you back!! ❤️

@Dbf1339

Жыл бұрын

Time for a outdoor cat

I am actually planting a 3 sisters garden plot this past weekend and the next few days.

I am impressed. 😊

Will definetely attemp this next year

Hello! I'm new to your channel and just love it. You've answered a bunch of questions already. One thing I would like to see is the results of some of your plantings. Like the potatoes in a bucket, the hydroponic strawberries and from this video, the three sisters plantings. Be sure to have an update so we can see the results from all your tips.

Thanks, Brian!! In my first in-ground raised bed garden ages ago, I successfully grew corn. It had to be supported, but it worked! I inserted a panel of lightweight 4"x4" fencing over them, parallel to the ground after they were well established - probably half their expected height. The corn continued to grow through it successfully and braced each other. At that time, I didn't add beans or corn. This year, I have a 4x4 square that I can use, and I am going to give the three sisters method a go! I don't think I will use the fencing because of the beans, but I might start the corn in small tomato cages instead for that additional support. Oops, I just realized I am thinking out loud in my comment. Thanks again for all your tips and inspiration!

remember to cover all of the egg cartons with soil/mulch. Otherwise, it will wick up water and dry out the plant faster.

@keerak

4 жыл бұрын

Oops, I should go out and help my salad seedlings then 😆 Thanks for the tip!

San Diego checking in... getting a late start on my Victoty Garden because of a move down the street and around the corner.... I will definitely be planting a three sisters garden! THANKS FOR SHARING 🌱🌾🌿

@JessiesFamily

3 жыл бұрын

I live in San Diego too. Actually, Valley Center, which is north inland near Escondido. I love it here, however a handful of my best veggies died due to the cold nights here. So frustrating 😫 😑 and I've been growing in fabric containers, because there are restrictions on what we are allowed to do, where I live now suck. However, I found land to park my RV and the land owner is cool with it. I'll be able to grow in the ground. I'm so excited and moving March 1st. Yay! Happy gardening fellow San Diego.

I'm attempting to do this in a half barrel...not sure it will work/have the same benefit since it's not in-ground, but still a fun experiment! I love the idea of using the purple beans so that they are easy to spot!

Wish I would have started watching your videos earlier. I’ll use a lot of this advice next year.

Three sisters is a great planting idea. Every time I’ve planted sweet corn the raccoons, squirrels and gophers had a feast.

@karaamundson3964

4 жыл бұрын

The critters apparently don't like the squash leaves. But you have to stay mindful anyway--right now I'm in a pitched battle with the Colorado potato beetles for the lives of my vines!

i think i will try this next year

Can we get an update video on your 3 sisters garden?!?

@NextLevelGardening

4 жыл бұрын

Yes. I did one on last weeks garden tour

Yeay! Blauhilde, best variety of runner beans. Always tender be it as whole bean or when seeds are well developed ;)

Can you do a video in the future about saving seeds please? All the best

I started planting my corn today. Didn't finish. Thats great. I am going to scrap that method and get this method done instead.

Question: I'm growing zucchini in a half-barrel whiskey planter, and I was thinking of growing a couple of pole beans (1 or 2 plants) behind it in the same planter. I'd trellis the beans and make sure they're behind the zucchini, so that there's no shade. Do you think there's enough space for that? The container is a 35-40 gallon container, and has a diameter of 26 inches. I have excellent soil with tons of vermicompost and a lot of good little insects living in it (mainly potato bugs, but I did notice a few little worms!). I LOVE your channel, and I'm so glad you're putting out these videos! It's made me a much more confident gardener, and I am so thankful for that!

Can you please make more video’s in harvesting tomatoes 🍅 I’d appreciate it thanks 😊

Enjoyed the video Im doing corn and beans this year. I guess the other sister got lost lol

I,m from Iowa, the corn state, never seen corn started ahead of time HaHa! 1

Thank you Brian. -- Brian , you are planting 2 different corn types . Do they have different maturity dates? (example one a 60 day the other 90) My reason for asking is (as you know corn cross pollinates) but their may be some who do not know this and you did not explain. -- I thank our Lord for answered prayer concerning your head pain. Hold fast on to Him. You looked more tired today then Friday. Heavenly Father, please may it be Your will to heal Brian through Jesus our Lord. Amen --Ray Delbury Sussex NJ USA

You wouldn't believe it but I was going to plant that tomorrow and we cleared the space to plant them over this weekend! :) Speaking of perfect timing! :))))) Thank you so much! ♥ We have purple pole beans, too :)

Beware of cross pollination my friend! I have learned the hard way to pick one type of squash (don’t mix melons and pumpkins) and one tripe of corn. Like popcorn, dent, or sweet, but not a variety. Pump-melons are only yummy to squirrels, and same for popcorn that doesn’t pop or hard sweet corn.

My first time at trying 3 sisters. I feel like I got them in the ground a little late. But im looking at this as a learning experience too. Im using a large container. Its probaly to deep. Its an old horse food container. I also germinated my corn to give it a head start. I so wish that i had used the paper containers. I had to take mine out. So im a little worried about the root having been disturbed. I prob planted too many. And I didnt plant 2 beans or squash to a hole. I used compost that Ive been feeding for since last fall. After planting i added a diluted liquid miracle grow.

Will you please do a video on how to train pumpkin/cantaloupe/etc....vines so they don't go all over the yard and into the other raised beds? Thanks!

I like how you have your chickens cooped in the middle of that garden at the first of the video. My chickens yell at me If they can see the plants but can't eat them.

I always forget the fertilizer and remember after it’s too late.

@iggapenguin5070

4 жыл бұрын

I have a reminder in my phone haha. Its helpful

@keerak

4 жыл бұрын

You could put it on top of the soil and water in, and preferably cover with mulch.

I just started this a few weeks ago. The squirrels dug up the corn seeds and what they missed that sprouted the dog started eating. I've never seen a dog eating corn leaves. Now I've got some corn up and some beans and squash. A mess, no system at all, cuz I just kept plugging in the holes with more seeds. We shall see

@karaamundson3964

4 жыл бұрын

Garden's are muddy messes when all is said and done! But I'd rather be in mine putting out fires than anywhere else. 💚🌻🍓🌼🍉🌽🍠🌾🍃🌻💚

Great video! How deep is the garden bed you was doing that with? Do you have some kind of weed barrier under it? I'd like to try this.

I was wondering why you don't use the rock phosphate. I used it and both the Neptune Harvest on everything in my garden and they are doing just marvelous. My peppers are larger and more plentiful than any previous year. Of course, I don;t have corn or beans in the garden, maybe next year. I did plant my first beds of tomatoes and zuchini with triple phosphate and none of the Neptune Harvest products, but they are growing very well. Well, except for the tomato chompers and thiefs.

Thank you, exactly what I was looking for, very informative, would you let the squash grow in the the ground?I thought you would grow the squash vertically, have a wonderful day.

I'll be interested to see this one as it grows. Pics from fully grown 3 sisters gardens seem like a mess and it would be hard to find stuff to harvest.

Timely video for me. I have a bed planted with corn now for about a week. BUT of course, my beans and squash are more advanced, so not sure if it will work 😬 QUESTION, last year my corn attacked by flea beattles. Any idea what causes them? Planted Anasazi heritage corn (again this year). HOW WILL YOU BE IRRIGATING YOUR THREE SISTERS? You look great. Hope you are feeling well!

hey! great video!! how can I see how it turned out closer to harvest? thanks

I just bought the Neptunes Harvest tomato and veg liquid fertilizer. How much of the mixed solution do you put per plant. Is about two cups per plant enough? Love the show.

Dear Sir, very nice and informative video. Please give me advice as well. In hot summer days (100f), or 39C, can I intercrop "Cabbage" under the Shade of Corn Plants.

Beans planted at 3, 6, 9 and 12 o'clock ;)

You forgot the fertilizer!!??? 😵😵😬😳🤦 What kind of gardener are you? 😂😂😂(Just kidding) Welcome to the club! I turn around and forget where I am, what was I going to do 🙊🤦🤷. So glad to see you doing well Brian, we missed you 🤗 Prayers for those headaches to go away and that ankle to be healed👍🙏🙏🙏🥰🍀👋😁 Thank you for the video 👏👏👏👏👌

Have ever used wicking tubs? I've seen several u-tubes on this and was wondering what your thoughts are on these

The three sisters was originally used to grow long season varieties that you would harvest after the plant died and the seeds dried

It is important to note that in some cases a legume inoculant is needed for beans to fix nitrogen in the soil. If you use an inoculant one time you should not have to do it again and it's only about $5. If the beans do not fix nitrogen then the whole Three Sisters idea will not work as intended

Could this be converted with a little adaptation to work in pots?

Hi Brian, do you use the Neptune tomato and vegetable to spray on the leaves or pour at the base ?

Question to Brian Should we use both Neptune’s Harvest Tomato & Veg formula and rose & flowering formula for my veggies? I see in the reviews when i am trying to order to use both of them for both veggies and flowers. How long one 32oz bottle will last? My garden has may be 1% of your garden may be.

At around 2:15, looking at your basil and san marzno plants.... .. what is the tree/bush behind them? Thank you!!

When did you actually plant this? I'd love to try but haven't started the corn seed yet here in DC.

do it again do it again ... oh wait you did a video about that. Sigh - i planted corn and beans together sigh. There is a uc california master class showing a variety such as pole beans etc, a green picking and a dry storage sets

any videos of how they look?

What kind of innoculant do you use for the beans?

I can also use melons, yea?

I would like to know what time of the year did you start your corn starts.

Blessings and thank for this helpful info. Can you suggest any other combinations for the three sisters planting, as i haven't been successful starting corn this year. The chickens and birds made sure of that lol. The squash and beans are doing well. So i have two, 10ft by 3ft grounded beds i would appreciate some advice/suggestions how i can apply the three sisters method. Sunlight is definitely more than 8 hours as i live in Barbados carribean. Thanks in advance. Praying for continued improvement with your health challenges.

@karaamundson3964

4 жыл бұрын

I've heard that in the Appalachians, they use sorghum with beans & squash

@karengoddard1126

4 жыл бұрын

@@karaamundson3964 thank you so much. I'll be honest and say i am not sure if sorghum is an option here but i am going to find out and if so i will give it a try. Again thank you and please stay safe. Blessings.

I'm growing only 1 sister, the green beans in a 7 gallon fabric pot. Do I need to fertilize every 2 weeks? If so, which Neptune's Harvest product do I need? Thanks.

Can you use bush beans or is pole beans preferred?

Can I companion garden a tomato plant and basil in a 5 gallon bucket or will it be too much for the bucket?

I was thinking about doing this in my 4x8ft bed, but didn't think I would be able to plant enough corn to self polinate itself in such a small area. I ended up just doing beans and squash and had my beans grow up bamboo poles. I'm curious to see how your corn turns out.

@lauriewebb9357

Жыл бұрын

You can use sunflowers. They are strong and you have the height

👋 great video 🤩... can you please tell the name of the purple plant behind you, that looks like a banana tree???

I have never used this method, yet. My worry is my pumpkins grow huge vines and will take over everything. Typically my pumpkin vines grow 20 to 35 ft long. Thoughts?

Word of advice trying to get some Hawaiian cancer soil cuz that's volcanic it grows very well

Another comment, as I have a question, and not sure where to post it: I've lately been getting a ton of earwig damage to my seedlings. I've heard that earwigs are both harmful and beneficial to the garden. I don't want to kill them all off, but they just decimating my seedlings before they can grow their first true leaves. Any advice?

Grate! I this method. I have a tomato question. Is there anything that is a preventive for curly leafy virus? I know that nothing works when it is there but what about before it is their. Half of my tomato plants were infected. Thankfully I have a long growing season and can plant again but I do not want to have the same thing happen again. Any ideas?

How does the squash preserve moisture for corn and beans when it isn’t planted by them? I’m new at this so I don’t understand.

Started my tomatoes on strings and they looked great till yesterday when noticed stems getting brown and shrinking from ground up... I did use cranberry mulch near but not on tomatoes to retain moisture...and ideas to save plants? Tx

@keerak

4 жыл бұрын

Sounds like they've been too wet, and if they're already getting brown and shrinking at the start of the stem, it may be too late. If you think they might be over-watered, your safest bet is probably to start over with new seedlings.

How long in distance is it between 2 mounds?

How did this turn out?

Has anybody ever tried growing root vegetables like potatoes or carrots along with the 3 sisters?

How do i prevent bugs eating my corn?

I was wondering if you have done an update to the 3 sisters?

@NextLevelGardening

4 жыл бұрын

I'm actually getting ready to film an update so stay tuned 😉

Is the Neptune's harvest tomato and veg a liquid or powder formula? Do you prefer the crab & lobster/ kelp in powder over liquid?

@NextLevelGardening

3 жыл бұрын

The kelp meal and crab and lobster are granular that I use in the hole at planting time. I use the tomato and veg liquid for the rest of the season

Can you trade out the squash for another plant? Melons? Potatoes?

Can I plant a spaghetti squash going up a trellis or should I let it run. Hope you are doing well. We pray for you. Take care. Jocelyne.

Can this be done in a large container?

@JM.5387

3 жыл бұрын

Corn needs to be planted in a block for sufficient pollination. If you just plant a few plants, you'll get incomplete ears, not filled with kernels.