Do you sometimes look at your garden in the middle of the summer and notice empty spots where some crops have come out or tired plants that need to be pulled? You may assume it’s too late in the year to plant anything new and still get a harvest before the cool weather comes, but…
Are you looking to grow tomatoes so you can preserve them into home-canned products like tomato sauce, tomato paste, spaghetti sauce, salsa, and pizza sauce? Most gardeners think just any tomato will work for canning. And technically, that’s true. BUT, to get more final product with less cooking time, some varieties are better suited for…
You have a squash or cucumber plant that’s growing well, and you finally start to see flowers on the plant. That should mean fruit should be coming soon behind it, right? Ideally, yes, but that’s not always the case. Sometimes you will begin to see flowers but not fruit on your squash, zucchini, and cucumber…
Are you wanting to grow herbs in your garden this year? While herbs can be grown in your raised bed or in-ground garden, perhaps you’d rather keep them close to your kitchen. Many of us choose to plant herbs in containers for that purpose. When you plant herbs in containers near your home, they are…
Are you growing a garden this year to save money on groceries? If so, some crops will save you more money than others. And, if lack of time or garden space limits how many crops you grow, consider choosing from this list to get more “bang for your buck.” First, here is a little background…
Are you thinking about growing in straw bales this year — and maximize your space by growing vertically — but don’t know where to begin? This guide will help you get started. We’ll cover: I’ve been growing a portion of my summer garden in straw bales for several seasons. It continues to be a go-to…
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