Despite being an avid gardener, I never considered watermelons to be a container crop. With their sprawling vines and huge fruits, growing watermelons in containers seemed impractical at best. Yet …
Zucchini squash grow very quickly. If you are not careful, a tiny zucchini one day can turn into a monster squash a few days later, so it is important to …
Basil is a deliciously sweet and spicy herb used in cuisines around the world. A member of the Lamiaceae, or mint family, it has a wonderful aroma and versatile uses …
Homegrown tomatoes are some of the most popular garden plants on the planet. There is nothing quite like a ripe juicy tomato straight from the vine in the summer heat. …
If you have ever grown basil in your garden, you might have noticed that it is not always a perfect green herb. If you’re noticing dead looking brown spots on …
You might be surprised to learn that regrowing vegetables from scraps isn’t just some strange Pinterest trend. It’s something that you really can do, and it can be a great …
Many gardening articles expound the advantages of a gentle southern sloping garden, but sometimes the slope is a little too steep for effective gardening. Or maybe the only space you …
Do you ever wonder why sometimes your tomatoes thrive, and other times they don’t do so hot? One reason could be your soil’s pH. Tomatoes are an acid-loving plant, and …
Much like their name implies, the meaty and juicy texture of beefsteak tomatoes has given them quite the reputation amongst gardeners. These extra large delicious tomatoes are highly coveted in …
As the July sun blazes down, you often think that planting is done for the year, but July is definitely not too late to plant garden vegetables and ornamentals, in fact …