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  • A garter snake crawls across the grass.

    Citrus Vs. Snakes: Will This Fruity Solution Deter The Serpents? Here's What We Know

    It can be scary to see snakes show up in our gardens. Some people think that tossing citrus peels around your garden will keep them away, but here's the truth.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 15 hours ago Read More
  • A gardener's hand pouring coffee grounds on a potted plant

    Save Old Coffee Grounds To Fertilize These 7 Vegetables For A Thriving Garden

    Yup, coffee grounds are an ideal fertilizer. Follow composting instructions and apply to the plants that will appreciate it, like these veggie garden favorites.

    By Autumn McGarr 21 hours ago Read More
  • Tomatoes ripen on a plant.

    Save A Tomato Plant From Brutal Winter Temps With This Savvy Gardening Technique

    Once winter hits, it doesn't have to be curtains for your tomato plant. Bring the growing indoors with a nifty propagation tip that will keep tomatoes coming.

    By Lauren Krystaf 4 days ago Read More
  • A hand reaches out to grab a peach off of the tree

    Help Peach Trees Thrive With A Companion Plant They Love

    There's nothing more fulfilling than growing peach trees for their fresh fruit. However, your tree will benefit greatly from this veggie as a companion plant.

    By Lauren Krystaf 6 days ago Read More
  • A blueberry bush is loaded with ripe berries.

    The Essential Winter Task That Ensures A Healthy Blueberry Shrub Next Spring

    Blueberry shrubs may take a bit of work to get into optimal growing shape, but the fruit makes it worth the time. And winter is an important maintence period.

    By Lauren Krystaf 7 days ago Read More
  • Three forks are stuck in the ground.

    Here's Why There Are Plastic Forks In People's Veggie Gardens (& If You Should Try It)

    If you've seen plastic forks sticking out of someone's vegetable garden, they may be protecting their plants. It's an easy hack, but does it actually work?

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 10 days ago Read More
  • A pair of hands gesture to sweet potatoes sprouting vines in shallow container.

    How To Grow Sweet Potatoes Indoors If You Don't Have Garden Space

    When you have limited growing space, don't fret. With the right variety, planning, and tools, you can grow even root vegetables like sweet potatoes indoors.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 15 days ago Read More
  • A close up view of a colony of yellow aphids.

    These 12 Plants Are Unknowingly Attracting Aphids Into Your Garden

    Aphids are one of the worst pests in the garden. Sadly, there are many plants they love to eat, like these 12 popular shrubs, flowers, trees, and vegetables.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 18 days ago Read More
  • Lettuce grows in a pot inside.

    9 Vegetables That Can Thrive Indoors For An Abundant Winter Harvest

    Don't let winter weather prevent you from growing produce when there are at least nine vegetables that you can easily grow inside over the colder seasons.

    By Lauren Krystaf 24 days ago Read More
  • Close in view of a boxelder bug.

    10 Plants That Are Attracting Unwanted Boxelder Bugs To Your Yard Or Garden

    If you're seeing an influx of boxelder bugs on your property, it may be because you've inadvertently attracted them yourself with one of these 10 common plants.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 25 days ago Read More
  • A hummingbird hovers in the air.

    Attract More Hummingbirds With A Berried Shrub You Can Plant In The Fall

    There are plenty of flowers that can attract hummingbirds, but this shrub does double duty. Pollinators love its blooms, and you'll have edible berries too.

    By Lauren Krystaf 1 month ago Read More
  • Red tomatoes are ripening on a tomato plant.

    Say Goodbye To Tomato Cages: Here's A Better Way To Grow Them In The Garden

    That flimsy tomato cage just doesn't cut it when faced with a healthy tomato plant. Try this staking system that's both simple and sturdy enough to handle it.

    By Lauren Krystaf 1 month ago Read More
  • Ripe red and purple European plums hanging on a green leafy tree

    Why Growing A Plum Tree From Its Pit Is Not Ideal, And What To Do Instead

    While you may want to duplicate a delicious plum you've just eaten, planting the pit won't necessarily get you the result you want. It takes an advanced method.

    By Autumn McGarr 1 month ago Read More
  • Young lettuce is partially covered by snow.

    How To Successfully Grow And Protect Lettuce Throughout The Winter

    Colder weather doesn't need to spell the end of your veggie harvest. With the right timing and tools, you can grow lettuce in the fall and into the winter.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 1 month ago Read More
  • Hands hold healthy looking soil.

    Get Healthier Soil For Spring By Planting This Vegetable In The Fall

    One fall gardening task to consider? You can start working your soil now to make it fertile and healthy for spring. This vegetable cover crop can help.

    By Lauren Krystaf 2 months ago Read More
  • A variety of leafy greens grow in a raised garden bed.

    Grow This Nutritious Cabbage Relative For An Easy Cold Crop

    Cold-weather crops are perfect when you aren't willing to give up vegetable gardening just because summer is over now. This cruciferous veggie is easy to grow.

    By Lauren Krystaf 2 months ago Read More
  • Apples ripen on a tree.

    Why Your Fruit Trees Aren't Bearing Fruit (And How To Fix It)

    So you got your backyard orchard going, but despite tall, healthy trees, you don't have any fruit? You may be making this common mistake, but it's an easy fix.

    By Lauren Krystaf 2 months ago Read More
  • A pair of hands are holding round orange persimmons attached to a tree branch.

    How To Identify And Treat A Common Problem With Persimmon Trees

    If you're in the persimmon fan club, then watch out for this common problem that will harm your tree. Step one is to identify the threat to a healthy harvest.

    By Melody Ip 2 months ago Read More
  • Ripe strawberries are picked from a plant.

    What To Do In The Fall For Bountiful Strawberry Plants In The Spring

    Compared to other fruits, strawberry plants are pretty resilient! But if you want to help them survive the winter for the next year, here's how to do it.

    By Lauren Krystaf 2 months ago Read More
  • A man wearing a red flannel shirt and grey hat smiles as he carries a crate of plants through young trees at a nursery.

    Why Fall Is The Ideal Time To Plant This Scrumptious Fruit Tree In The Garden

    These delicious Asian fruits might be your summertime fave, but it's time to stop planting them in spring. Here's why the cooler temps of fall work better.

    By Autumn McGarr 2 months ago Read More
  • An American robin feeds on a cherry in a tree.

    Why You May Want To Start Putting Aluminum Foil In Your Fruit Trees

    After waiting for your apple and peach trees to finally bear fruit, you realize the birds are sharing in your harvest. Aluminum foil might keep them away.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 2 months ago Read More
  • Woman holding pumpkin while looking at it in the garden

    How To Successfully Grow Pumpkins For A DIY-Inspired Fall

    Fall is here, but don't lose your gourd. Grow your own pumpkin patch so that you can DIY all your fall decor, autumn treats, and carving jack-o'-lanterns.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 2 months ago Read More
  • Ripe red tomatoes grow on a vine with unripe green tomatoes in a greenhouse.

    Why The Tiny Black Bugs On Your Tomato Plants Are A Big Deal (And What To Do About It)

    Finding bug damage on your plants isn't fun, but in this case, it is also potentially disastrous. Here's how to keep these tiny black bugs off of your tomatoes.

    By Autumn McGarr 2 months ago Read More
  • Woman plants a tree.

    The Delicious Fruit Tree You Should Be Planting In The Fall

    Springtime gardening is important, but fall planting is just as important. For instance, this popular fruit tree should be planted in your garden this autumn.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 2 months ago Read More
  • Moon in the sky at dusk over almond trees and canola flowers.

    Why Gardeners Use This Ancient Technique To Grow The Healthiest Crops

    To help your garden thrive, you can try looking to the past. Some gardeners use this historic organic method for healthier plants. Does it actually work?

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 2 months ago Read More
  • Three ripe red tomatoes grow on a vine.

    The Popular Kitchen Herb That Grows Perfectly With Tomatoes

    While not all companion planting makes its way out of anecdotal evidence, this perfect pairing actually has science in its corner. And it's a popular plant!

    By Lauren Krystaf 2 months ago Read More
  • Sunflowers blooming in a garden against a  brick wall

    7 Companion Plants That Thrive Among Sunflowers

    Those beautiful sunflowers light up a yard. But they can be picky when it comes to potential companion plants in the garden. Consider these 7 pairing options.

    By Autumn McGarr 3 months ago Read More
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