As summer draws to a close, you can still plant the perfect herb for beginners in August, so that you can enjoy a lovely harvest before any frosts arrive.
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It may be hot outside, but cooler days are just around the corner, making this the perfect time to root some cuttings from your favorite plants.
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Want to add drama to your garden without overspending? This stunning plant trend offers style, height, and pollinator power for even small spaces.
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Container gardens can be versatile and gorgeous, but you need to avoid mistakes like using the wrong medium and letting it get waterlogged or hydrophobic.
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Planting tomatoes rewards you with ripe, juicy fruit without going to the store, but choosing an ideal spot to grow them in is crucial for your harvest.
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Curling tomato leaves are a sign of distress. Learn which environmental factors, cultural practices, pests, and diseases are behind this phenomenon.
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Sometimes a bright, citrusy flavor is already growing in your yard, but not on the trees. This common ground cover is pretty tasty and it's free.
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If your tomato plants are wilting, there are some common reasons why, and they involve everything from soil moisture to fungal diseases and pests.
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Discover which fruit tree is susceptible to disease and iron-deficiency in clay soil, which soils are best, and what to do if clay is your only option.
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Relentless ants may have met their match with this quick growing herb. Learn about the ant-repelling plant that will also smell great in your garden.
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Compost has a long list of benefits for garden soil, but adding too much is detrimental to both plant health and the environment. Here's what to aim for.
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Unlike with some other veggies, you don't need to wait for your tomatoes to fully change color before harvesting — in many ways, it's better not to.
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Instead of using the popular vinegar method to clean your fruits and veggies after picking them (or buying them), here's an even more effective solution.
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You've been waiting through the cold months and into summer to take that first bite of a juicy tomato, but if the skin is too tough, here are some reasons why.
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Basil is an oft-used herb that only lasts one growing season. But harvesting the basil seeds to ensure an unending supply couldn't be easier.
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Many gardeners use aluminum foil to reflect sunlight on to their tomatoes and speed up the ripening process. But does this technique actually work?
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Strawberries don't ripen once they're picked, so harvesting at the correct time is essential to ensure you're left with juicy, flavorful fruit.
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Having an herb garden adds an aromatic touch, but getting the level of sunlight correct is essential. Find out which popular herb doesn't like shade.
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Florida heat and humidity can make growing certain crops more difficult, including tomatoes. These varieties are built to withstand the state's weather.
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If you want to have a garden as impressive as Martha Stewart's one day, avoid this rookie mistake at all costs or you'll be in way over your head.
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Rosemary is a delicious and aromatic herb that's easy to grow and just as easy to propagate -- so you can spread the plants around your garden for free.
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Pruning can help your squash plants have a higher yield, but you need to know when to do this for optimal results. Here are 8 signs to be on the lookout for.
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It's exciting to begin growing your own tomato plants, but you'll need to rein in your excitement while you wait for the fruit to be ready.
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If you're tired of fiddly hand-pollination there is an unexpected but surprisingly effective way to boost your tomato yield with zero brushes or swabs.
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Learn how to spot, prevent, and manage stink bug damage so your tomato harvest can stay healthy, flavorful, and garden-fresh all season long.
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If you have problems with ants in your garden, try planting sage as gardeners find it effective. Learn more about this natural and fragrant repellant.
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If your squash's leaves are turning yellow, it's likely due to an environmental issue, pests, or disease. Correcting the root cause may resolve the problem.
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