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These are pests of the cool, wet times of spring and early summer. They hang out in moist, mulched beds and they come out to ...
Pests are an unfortunate pitfall of many home gardening efforts, but you can smartly set yourself up for success by planting ...
From pests to root rot to other issues, tomatoes need TLC, but we asked the experts which are the best companion plants to ...
BLOSSOM END ROT: This has been another common problem. This is a physiological disease caused by a calcium imbalance in the ...
Chad Smith and his family have owned this Steele, Alabama, tomato farm for more than half of a century. He claims this ...
By Shelby Carroll N.C. Cooperative Extension Tomatoes are one of the most popular garden vegetables in North Carolina, and for good reason — they’re versatile, rewarding and delicious. However, ...
Expert share everything to plant in the garden in June, plus every single gardening job to tick off during the month.
Marigolds are a popular summer annual that produces cheery pom-poms in shades of yellow, orange, red or cream throughout the ...
The reactionary blogger’s call for a monarch to rule the country once seemed like a joke. Now the right is ready to bend the ...
Another way to protect your tomato plants is by using row covers. Row covers are protective fabric barriers that keep out destructive insects like worms, beetles, and caterpillars. Additionally, a ...
Tomato cages are a popular tool for gardeners growing their own produce. These coned trellises help to support the tomato plant and keep its foliage from dragging on the ground. However, that is not ...