Refreshing, easy-to-grow, and abundant—that’s garden zucchini for you, as well as all summer squash. With only a few plants, you’ll have your fill of zucchini cake, baked zucchini, and fresh salad all summer long. The main challenge is knowing when to harvest summer...
What’s that black spot on the end of your tomatoes? It’s called blossom end rot, and contrary to appearances, it’s not a fungus or disease. It’s a condition caused by insufficient calcium uptake in your plants. It may affect squash, cucumbers, peppers, and melons, but...
Cats are no strangers to gardens. They’re some of the best natural pest controls around, most notably when it comes to mice. Perhaps it’s time to reward them for their efforts or maybe just to give your feline a special treat. A catnip planter is sure to make a buzz,...
Caring for a garden can be a very satisfying endeavor. It also requires a bit of beginner’s knowledge (and sometimes, a bit of luck). Let us teach you how to take care of your garden plants, showing you how to nurture a healthy garden, and avoid the frustration...
When you’re new to gardening, it’s easy to fall prey to common mistakes. Even if you’ve been growing vegetables for many years, you may be repeating the same errors each season without knowing it. To save you a lot of hassle and make your gardening more efficient,...
You can enjoy fresh herbs year-round, within arms reach of any meal, and you don’t even need a garden. Indoor herbs thrive in any kitchen, as long as you have pots, soil, sunlight, and keep a good watering routine. Here are the details for a DIY herb garden! ...
