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  • A gardener tending to tomato plants growing in nice, fertile soil

    The Pantry Item You Should Be Using As An Organic Tomato Fertilizer

    Your tomato plants could use a boost from a pantry staple you probably already have on hand. One weekly dose is what it takes to see a real difference.

    By Annette Hird 44 min ago Read More
  • A young woman picking tomatoes and putting them in a box

    The Best Type Of Tomato Fertilizer To Use To Help Them Grow Stronger

    The key to more productive tomato plants starts with the right soil nutrients. This element gives roots and shoots a boost and encourages strong, steady growth.

    By Baylee Bunce 3 hours ago Read More
  • A dwarf medlar tree sits in the foreground of a backyard garden with a backdoor seen in the background with planters

    The Ancient Fruit Tree Most Gardeners Have Never Heard Of

    In the United States, this fruit is likely a mystery to most, despite being a pome fruit, and so in the same group as apples, pears, quinces, and loquats.

    By Taylor Freitas 6 hours ago Read More
  • Leafy green plant swarmed with slugs in a garden in natural light

    This Overlooked Scrap Instead Of Coffee Grounds Could Deter Slugs

    Coffee grounds get much of the glory, but they're not the only used item in your kitchen that can keep slugs at bay. There's another just waiting to be used.

    By R. A. Fletcher 20 hours ago Read More
  • A mother and daughter are harvesting both green and ripened tomatoes

    Enjoy Produce Sooner: The Household Waste Item You Can Use To Ripen It Faster

    Do you want to ripen apricots, pears, winter squash, and honeydew melons more quickly? There's a simple, time-tested way you can make it happen.

    By Ellen Douglas 22 hours ago Read More
  • a man is focused on starting seedlings

    Why You Should Avoid Using Garden Soil For Seed Starting

    Garden soil may seem like the obvious choice, but there are multiple reasons to skip it. Luckily, there are better options for giving seeds a healthy start.

    By Nancy Schaffer 1 day ago Read More
  • A gardener planting some seed potatoes in the soil

    Gardeners Grew This Vegetable Before Potatoes Became Popular, Now Few Would Recognize It

    In the Middle Ages, instead of the now-popular potato, people planted this root vegetable. This crop was even prepared in a similar way (mashed, boiled, etc.).

    By Annette Hird 1 day ago Read More
  • Close-up of a hand holding the end of an empty banana peel

    Start Mulching With Banana Peels And Watch Your Plants Flourish

    Rather than bury banana peels whole, or steep banana peel tea, this method gives banana peels time to develop into something that will work with the soil.

    By Andrea Crowley-Hughes 5 days ago Read More
  • A person with rolled up sleeves messing with green leafy plants in a raised garden bed.

    Three Types Of Leafy Greens To Start Planting Before August Is Over

    With store-bought salads posing a safety concern, there's no better time to start an edible garden, and August is just the month to plant these popular greens.

    By Nina Phillips 5 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of a person holding a bunch of sweet potatoes after harvest

    What's The Difference Between Growing Yams And Sweet Potatoes?

    It's likely that what you think is a "yam" in the U.S. really isn't a yam at all. This is where the biggest difference between sweet potatoes and yams begins.

    By Andrea Crowley-Hughes 5 days ago Read More
  • A pot of water cooking spaghetti on a stove

    Is Pasta Water The Secret To Great Tomato Fertilizer? Here's The Truth

    If you're thinking your tomato plants could do with a helping of starchy pasta water, hold for a moment. There's a cooking caveat you need to aware of first.

    By Chloe O'Donnell 5 days ago Read More
  • Woman harvesting tomatoes from plant

    28 Homegrown Tomatoes Ranked From Hardest To Easiest To Grow

    There are many tomato varieties, with fruit of various size, color, and flavor. How easy they're to grow also differs as some varieties are pickier than others.

    By R. A. Fletcher 6 days ago Read More
  • A gardener with gloves and a watering can stands in a vegetable garden

    The Refreshing Veggie To Plant In August For A Quick Harvest

    Planting this cool-season vegetable in August isn't too late; in fact, with a maturity date of about 60 days, an early-August planting means an October harvest.

    By Nancy Schaffer 6 days ago Read More
  • Large, juicy red tomatoes on the vine.

    Forget About Coffee Grounds: Use This Tomato Fertilizer For A Bigger, Juicier Harvest

    If your tomatoes are looking a little puny -- or you want to prevent that from happening -- using the right fertilizer is essential.

    By Nancy Schaffer 7 days ago Read More
  • A man picking baby tomatoes to place in a basket

    The Organic Fertilizer That Can Be Used To Give Your Tomatoes A Boost

    Looking for an easy-to-use, organic fertilizer for your tomatoes? This nitrogen-rich option could be just the thing, but there are some rules to follow.

    By Baylee Bunce 7 days ago Read More
  • person picking homegrown cherry tomatoes

    Start A Vegetable Garden Quickly With Easy-To-Assemble Beds

    These metal beds from Amazon come with everything you need (nut, bolts, and wrench) for quick and easy assembly. Here are some plants you can grow inside them.

    By Sophie Pell 7 days ago Read More
  • A gardener adding some tomato plants into a veggie patch using a small hand trowel

    Grow A Versatile Vegetable Garden With A Useful Find From Amazon

    This economic Amazon find will help you grow a variety of herbs and vegetables in your garden. Here's why it's such a good buy, and how to make the most of it.

    By Annette Hird 7 days ago Read More
  • A person harvesting large, ripe tomatoes in a garden

    Ditch The DIYs: This Highly-Rated Tomato Fertilizer On Amazon Is Worth Trying

    To grow healthy tomato plants, it's essential to provide nutrients that may be lacking in the soil. Amazon reviewers are raving about this fertilizer product.

    By Erica Puisis 8 days ago Read More
  • Various red and yellow tomatoes on the vine.

    Red Vs Yellow Tomatoes: What's The Difference And Which Is Better?

    Tomatoes come in a variety of rainbow colors, but there is a difference between red and yellow that might encourage you to try something new next seaon.

    By Heather Ayer 8 days ago Read More
  • Rue freshly cut from the garden

    The Ancient Herb Gardeners Rarely Grow Anymore

    This ancient herb once appeared in Roman kitchens and medicinal gardens, but modern growers may value it more for its blooms, resilience, and butterfly appeal.

    By Katy Willis 9 days ago Read More
  • A gardener is holding several leafy greens, including beets, radishes and cooking greens

    13 Leafy Greens You Can Harvest All Summer Long (And 2 You'll Only Pick Once)

    As the name suggests, "cut and come again" vegetables can be harvested multiple times in a growing season. The opposite are the ones you grow and pick once.

    By Ellen Douglas 13 days ago Read More
  • Fresh Leafy Greens Growing in Wooden Garden Planter

    Not Coffee Grounds: The Kitchen Scrap You Could Be Using For Thriving Leafy Greens

    While coffee grounds contain some nitrogen, this kitchen scrap also has phosphorus and potassium, making it a well-rounded natural fertilizer.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 13 days ago Read More
  • A black gnat on a leaf

    Not Hydrogen Peroxide: Get Rid Of Gnats From Your Leafy Greens With A Kitchen Staple

    Skip the harsh stuff and reach for a tangy pantry staple instead. This simple trick can help send pesky gnats packing before they hitch a ride indoors.

    By Annette Hird 14 days ago Read More
  • A close-up of a person squatting down in a garden with their hands full of garden soil

    Repel Tiny Garden Worms With A Simple But Overlooked Solution

    Root-knot nematodes are parasitic organisms that feed on plant roots. Beyond growing companion plants, there's another way to try and reduce nematode numbers.

    By Nancy Schaffer 15 days ago Read More
  • A happy gardener looking after tomato plants in the garden

    Growing Seasons Are Getting Longer: Here's What It Means For Gardeners

    A longer growing season isn't all good or bad. Find out the biggest perks to take advantage of, and the potential pitfalls to watch for in your garden.

    By Annette Hird 15 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of sunlit tomatoes on the vine

    Not Coffee Grounds: The Overlooked Scrap That Makes A Fantastic Tomato Fertilizer

    Coffee grounds can help with soil structure, as well as improve drainage, but this fellow kitchen scrap can provide more nutrients, especially potassium (K).

    By Selena Ivette Rodriguez 16 days ago Read More
  • A hand holding a yellow and black spray bottle is spraying clear liquid onto lettuce planted in soil.

    The Common Mistake To Avoid When Using Liquid Fertilizer On Your Leafy Greens

    Since leafy greens are heavy feeders that require a lot of water, liquid fertilizer is a practical solution — but applying to the foliage is a mistake.

    By Melody Ip 17 days ago Read More
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