Looking for the best way to get those green tomatoes on your tomato plants to finally start to ripen to the perfect shade of red, yellow or orange? One of the most frustrating things of all for gardeners is waiting for their tomatoes to ripen. Not only can it seem to take forever for their …
Did you know that how, when and what you use to fertilize cucumber plants during the summer months can play a critical role in just how many cucumbers your plants produce? It’s true! When it comes to getting your cucumbers to continue to flower and fruit all summer long, keeping your plants supplied with the …
One of the most important things you can do for your tomato plants in the summer is to fertilize them with the right mix of nutrients to not only power strong, healthy growth – but also an abundance of blooms and fruit! Tomato plants require a tremendous amount of nutrients to grow and produce. But …
Did you know that how and when you plant your peppers can make a huge difference in just how quickly they begin to grow – and how big of a harvest your pepper plants produce this summer? Whether you are growing green bell peppers, sweet peppers or spicy peppers – planting day is an important …
Looking for a few simple and effective tips and tricks to keep hungry rabbits out of your flowerbeds and garden this year – and keep them out for good? Rabbits can wreak havoc on garden plants and vegetables. Contrary to popular belief, rabbits like to munch on a lot more than just carrots. They actually …
If you want to get your tomatoes off to a fast, healthy start this year – and get a big harvest of juicy tomatoes this summer – it all starts with adding three crucial ingredients to the planting hole soil as you plant! Tomato plants are one of the heaviest feeders of all vegetable plants …
Whether you grow your own tomato transplants from seed or you purchase ready to go plants from your local nursery or greenhouse, one of the most important things you can do for your young tomato plants is to harden them off before planting. Hardening off is the process of preparing a plant for life outdoors. …
Wondering how to best use all of those pine needles that have fallen down to the ground from your pine trees – and whether or not they are safe to use in your flowerbeds, gardens, compost pile and more? Pine needles are one of the most misunderstood organic materials around. Especially when it comes to …
If you are looking for the best way to support your tomato plants this year without spending a fortune – we have you covered today with the perfect DIY solution that can hold the biggest of plants without worry! There is little doubt just how important it is to give your tomato plants a strong …
When it comes to how to plant and maintain a crop of home-grown potatoes, there are a few simple tips & tricks that can make growing your own potatoes easier than you might have ever imagined – and lead to a deliciously big harvest too! Potatoes are one of those crops that are certainly always …