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  • Close-up of a browning mint leaf

    How To Prevent Your Mint Leaves From Turning Brown

    Mint may be easy to grow, but its leaves can turn brown seemingly on a dime. These are the main culprits behind brown mint leaves and how to prevent them.

    By Crystal Chang 7 hours ago Read More
  • Zucchini plant with zucchini to harvest and bright yellow flowers

    When To Plant Zucchini For A Late Summer Harvest

    Zucchini is a summer-growing plant, but you can still plant it later in the season than you think. Here's when to plant it for a late summer harvest.

    By Nina Phillips 16 hours ago Read More
  • Gloved hand holding a spotted tomato hornworm

    The Companion Herb That Can Naturally Deter Hornworms From Your Tomato Plants

    The spotted tomato hornworm feeds on both the leaves and the fruit of tomatoes, but growing your tomatoes next to this herb will help keep these pests away.

    By Bri Ahearn 1 day ago Read More
  • Tomato hornworm on a tomato plant

    Why You Might Want To Think Twice Before Killing Tomato Hornworms In Your Garden

    While it can be devastating to see the tomato plants you've lovingly cultivated destroyed overnight by hornworms, there's a good reason to avoid killing them.

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 1 day ago Read More
  • A jar of poppy seeds sitting open next to two poppy seed bagels.

    Can You Grow Flowers From Grocery Store Poppy Seeds?

    As beautiful as poppies are, it would be convenient if you could just plant the poppy seeds from your kitchen cabinet — but you'll need to do this test first.

    By Lyssa Chatterton 2 days ago Read More
  • Squash vine borer damage on a vine

    Could A Yellow Bowl Be The Unexpected Hack To Trap Squash Vine Borers?

    Squash vine borers are one of the most difficult garden pests to deal with. Could a simple bowl in the right spot be the solution to your dead plants?

    By Barb Hudson 2 days ago Read More
  • Ripened split tomatoes on vine with bright green foliage

    The Simple Pre-Planting Tip That Helps Prevent Tomatoes From Splitting

    Split tomatoes can be a real disappointment. Luckily, it's easy to prevent tomatoes from cracking by making a simple adjustment pre-planting.

    By Amy Jeanroy 2 days ago Read More
  • A variety of tomatoes of different colors and sizes on a white surface

    What Tomato Variety Has The Quickest Harvest Time?

    Many store-bought tomatoes can take around 78 days to produce fruit, but this lesser-known tomato variety has the quickest harvest time of all.

    By Crystal Chang 2 days ago Read More
  • Fenced garden bed covered in mesh netting

    Think Twice Before Covering Your Whole Garden With Mesh - Here's Why

    Covering your whole garden with mesh may seem like a tempting way to finally get rid of pests for good — but mesh has downsides and can cause other issues.

    By Amber VanWort 2 days ago Read More
  • Green bananas hanging from a stem

    Can You Really Grow Bananas From Seed? Here's What To Know

    Growing a whole banana plant from seed is more complicated than it sounds, especially if you want edible fruit. Here's what an expert recommends.

    By Sakshi Khaitan 2 days ago Read More
  • A person holding freshly harvested onions

    How Long Do Onions Really Take To Grow (& How Do You Know They're Ready To Harvest)?

    Since onions grow underground, you have to rely on other cues to determine when they're ready to harvest. Here's approximately how long it takes.

    By Lou Siday 3 days ago Read More
  • Tomatoes on the vine are red and ready to pick.

    The Simple Soil Addition That Is A Total Game-Changer For Tomato Gardens

    There are so many soil amendments to choose from, it's hard to tell what's best. You might find your tomatoes will benefit from this option.

    By Valerie Golik 3 days ago Read More
  • Gardener planting tomato transplants

    10 Tasty Veggies You Should Plant In July Before It's Too Late

    It may not be too late to plant veggies in July, depending on your location. Many crops flourish in summer, providing a wide selection of crops if you act fast.

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 3 days ago Read More
  • A garden with different plants in beds and pots surrounded by gravel paths

    Can You Grow Tomatoes In Gravel? Here's What You Should Know

    You probably know that growing tomatoes in the same soil year after year, has its problems, which is why there's a better method using gravel that can help.

    By Amy Jeanroy 3 days ago Read More
  • Hand holding a harvest of carrots.

    The Surefire Way To Tell If Your Carrots Are Ready To Harvest

    Since carrots grow underground, it can be hard to know if they're ready to be pulled up. Here's how to be sure your carrots are ready to harvest.

    By Barb Hudson 4 days ago Read More
  • An urban front yard turned into a garden instead of a lawn.

    The Retro Trend That's Making A Comeback Ditches Grass For Veggie Gardens

    Are you tired of mowing? Consider embracing this retro lawn trend that eliminates grass in favor of vegetable gardens in your yard.

    By Barb Hudson 4 days ago Read More
  • zucchini plant in bloom with zucchini underneath

    Grow One Common Root Vegetable With Zucchini For Healthy Soil & A Flavorful Harvest

    Zucchinis are often the stars of a summer vegetable garden, but they can easily be paired with delicious root vegetables so you can enjoy a bountiful harvest.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 5 days ago Read More
  • woman working in the garden

    The Traditional Kitchen Garden Design That Makes Growing Easier

    If you're keen to start your own kitchen garden, there's one clever design layout that's been a favorite for centuries that you might want to consider.

    By Candina Jordan 5 days ago Read More
  • Martha Stewart smiling at the 32nd FN Achievement Awards at IAC Headquarters.

    Martha Stewart Shares Her Tip For Stronger, Healthier Tomato Plants

    Martha Stewart knows a thing or two about healthy, homegrown tomatoes. Here's an easy and affordable tip she's been using on her tomatoes for years.

    By Luigi Caler 5 days ago Read More
  • Lemon verbena leaves

    The Two Herbs That Help Lemon Verbena Thrive

    Companion planting is an excellent way to help lemon verbena plants thrive in your garden. These are two of the herbs you should add first.

    By Hannah Rainey 5 days ago Read More
  • Mint plant in a garden in the sun

    The Secret To Harvesting Mint For A Healthy Plant

    Harvesting mint at the right time isn't just a matter of flavor — it also helps keep the plant healthy, ensuring you have lots more mint where that came from.

    By Barb Hudson 5 days ago Read More
  • A squirrel eats an unripe strawberry in a garden.

    The Flavor-Packed Veggie That's Said To Repel Garden Squirrels (& If It Really Helps)

    Squirrels are known to cause damage to all kinds of veggies, but there's one that they won't touch — but can it help protect the others, too?

    By Rachael Green 6 days ago Read More
  • Person planting a seedling into garden soil.

    The Soothing Herb You Should Plant To Naturally Improve Your Garden's Soil

    One soothing herb you may already have growing in a small container can do wonders for the soil in your garden. Naturally improve your soil with this plant.

    By Hafsa Raja 6 days ago Read More
  • Cucumbers growing on vines in a garden.

    Here's What Is Making Your Cucumber Plants So Bitter (& Can You Fix It?)

    Bitter cucumbers can be a major disappointment after all the hard work that goes into a harvest. These are the most common causes and how to prevent them.

    By Meg Jernigan 6 days ago Read More
  • Two pairs of hands planting a tree in yard

    The Easy-To-Grow Fruit Tree That Looks Gorgeous In Any Yard

    Fruit trees can need a lot of attention, from meeting soil requirements to keeping on top of pruning. Fortunately, there's one fruit tree that's easy to grow.

    By Sakshi Khaitan 6 days ago Read More
  • Snail on a lettuce plant

    The Spicy Kitchen Staple That Might Help Keep Slugs & Snails From Eating Your Garden

    Slugs and snails ruining your garden? This spicy kitchen staple could be the simple, natural solution you need to keep them away from your plants.

    By Manvi Jain 6 days ago Read More
  • A gloved hand applies sealant to a wood garden planter.

    The Surprising Reason You Might Not Want To Seal Your Wood Planters

    Wood and water are a combination that is destined to end in sorrow, so sealing your wood planters seems like the obvious choice. Here's why you should hold off.

    By Barb Hudson 7 days ago Read More
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