For many gardeners, summer is the peak of their vegetable gardening season. The warm weather and long days are needed to coax tomatoes, peppers, and other heat lovers into ripeness. But fall has some qualities that make it extremely favorable for crops that prefer cooler temperatures or wetter conditions. In fact, in some areas it the […]
Growing plants in greenhouses, whether edible or ornamental, requires a little work beforehand. Learn from these common mistakes and have a successful growing season. Seeing your plants grow and thrive is a very rewarding experience, especially when you’re cultivating them correctly. When it comes to the best ways to grow in a greenhouse, whether it be plants, […]
To prune or not to prune…? This is somewhat a contentious issue among tomato growers with both sides advancing strong reasons for or against the practice. There is still a third group of growers who straddle both sides of the divide with the view that, like most things in life, the most satisfactory answers can […]
Among the many benefits of companion planting, the most important one is that they attract beneficial insects to your garden. Also, if you have unwanted insects, you can use companions to help trap pests, repel them, or hide the affected plant. Many plants grow well together because they don’t fight each other for resources like […]
Tree tomato tamarillo (Cyphomandra betacea) is a lesser known plant in many regions but makes a very nice addition to the landscape. The South American native is a small-growing shrub or semi-woody tree reaching heights between 10-18 feet (3-5.5 m.). Tamarillo trees bloom in early spring, producing fragrant pink flowers. These blooms will eventually give […]
It is not too late to sow or plant out vegetable seedlings in September. Fall or winter growing is dependent on the weather and unless you are growing in a polytunnel all growth will stop around mid November no matter what. True overwintering plants like garlic, spring cabbage and overwintering onions will put some growth […]
Tomatillo plants – Physalis philadelphica are native to Mexico. They are quite common in the western hemisphere of the United States, and will most certainly be found growing in Texas and New Mexico. Growing tomatillo plants When you plant your tomatillos, make sure the area you choose in your garden gets full sunshine and is […]
Growing and harvesting potatoes in your garden now is easier than ever. Try this wooden potato planter with a built-in door. Since potatoes grow out of their stem, these plants can be grown almost anywhere the stem is not exposed. This means you can plant and grow potatoes even in a wooden box, garbage can, […]
Tomatoes are one of the most popular edible plants to grow at home. Depending on your climate, you may grow them outdoors, in a greenhouse or in a container. Companion planting can help you increase your tomato yield. It can also help with making your garden more resilient, to cope with pests and maintain fertility. […]
Vegetable gardens are often arranged in orderly rows. Each vegetable has its place. However, companion planting flowers and vegetables in the same beds is a good way to boost yields and keep crops healthy. This practice can be beneficial in several ways. Many experts encourage gardeners to plant a border of flowers around the perimeter […]
