Are your tomato vines outgrowing their trellis? Do you long for a homegrown tomato but only have a small balcony garden? Maybe it’s time to try a dwarf tomato! Dwarf tomatoes grow to be less than 1.5m (5 feet) high, and many of them mature…
Eggplants are the chameleons of the garden, appearing in a surprising array of shapes, sizes, and colors that can impress even experienced gardeners. If you want to add some flair to your plot of tomatoes and peppers, consider growing a variety of eggplants. Think of…
Ever feel like you’re racing against time with your garden? Especially when those tomatoes stubbornly refuse to ripen, and frost is just around the corner. Trust me, I totally get it. Watching those green tomatoes cling to the vine as the temperatures start to drop…
It’s July, and you might think it’s too late to plant your veggies, right? Think again! The growing season is still in full swing, and there’s plenty of time to get your garden going. “July? Isn’t it too hot for new plants?” you might ask….
Picture this: a young, gardener (that’s me) standing in the middle of a tangled pumpkin patch, vines sprawling in every direction like a green, leafy monster. I thought, “This is just how pumpkins grow, right?” Well, not exactly! Turns out, those wild, unruly vines could…
So, you’ve transformed your front yard into a lush vegetable oasis. Tomatoes ripening, zucchini sprawling, and even a rogue sunflower standing tall. But wait—here comes Mrs. Smith from next door, eyebrows raised higher than your corn stalks. “A vegetable garden in the FRONT yard? Oh,…
Growing peppers can be a rewarding and delicious experience, but it’s important to get the planting process right. Peppers are not just a treat for the taste buds; they’re also one of the most rewarding plants to grow in your edible garden. They’re like the…
Ever dreamt of growing your own potatoes but feel stuck in a tiny space? It’s like potatoes are playing hard-to-get, demanding vast fields or sprawling gardens. I feel your pain—wanting to cultivate your own food but feeling boxed in by your surroundings. And don’t even…
Discover the secrets to easily growing delicious peppers in containers, even if you have limited space. This comprehensive guide covers everything from seed starting to harvesting, ensuring you can enjoy a thriving pepper garden right from your own backyard or porch. Choosing the Right Pepper…
Ever find yourself staring at what looks like an alien stalk in your rhubarb patch? You’re not alone. Many gardeners are caught off guard when their rhubarb plants start flowering. It’s a natural part of the plant’s life cycle, but it can definitely mess with…