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When tomatoes start flowering and producing fruit, that's the time they earn their reputation as divas. But not this year!
I set up nine Vego Garden modular raised beds this spring. Here's what I learned and what I would do differently.
Watering tomatoes isn't rocket science, but there are a few sneaky mistakes that could end up causing your plants stress.
Did you get off to a late start? No worries, there are still so many things you can plant in July for a summer garden.
It all starts with choosing the right sucker. The one you want is usually just below the first flower cluster. That’s because this particular sucker is in a strong position on the plant and tends to ...
Yarrow’s flat-topped flowers are lovely in June and early July, but once they start to brown, they don’t do your garden any favors. Deadheading the spent blooms regularly can keep things tidy, but for ...
I’m amazed by my peonies. It still blows my mind that such a massive, frilly blossom comes from a bud roughly the size of a ...
Before you know it, your whole plant looks stressed, and you’re questioning whether you should try to save it or just pull it. My friends, there’s no need to panic. Let’s do a deep dive into what’s ...
Cutting the head back to the first set of leaves prevents the plant from putting energy into making seeds. Don’t Cut Back the Foliage (Yet) I know. It’s tempting. Speaking of drunk bridesmaids, those ...