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  • Basil plants growing

    Grow The Healthiest Basil With These 14 Tips

    Follow our simple tips for fresh basil all season long, whether growing indoors or outdoors, from choosing the right spot to harvesting healthy leaves.

    By Sara Klimek 18 hours ago Read More
  • A hand dropping some fertilizer on a strawberry plant.

    Does Fertilizer Ever Go Bad? Here's What To Consider

    If you like to buy your fertilizer in bulk, you might be worried about it going bad before you have time to fully use it. Here's what to know.

    By Tim Forster 1 day ago Read More
  • Different chili peppers

    The Low-Maintenance Pepper Variety That Gardeners Turn To Year After Year

    If you want to add some tasty, homegrown spice to your dishes, try growing this Bolivian pepper. It's sturdy, yields plentiful fruit, and is easy to harvest.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 3 days ago Read More
  • Zucchini growing in a garden

    These 7 Companion Plants Will Help Your Zucchini Grow Bigger Than Ever

    If you're gearing up to start your garden and zucchini is on your mind, here are some plants that will help you have an even better harvest.

    By Becki Robins 10 days ago Read More
  • Fresh potato peels.

    2 Ways To Use Potato Peels In Your Garden For Better Soil

    Potato peels are as versatile as the delicious starch they protect, and not just as snacks. They're also incredible fuel for your garden.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 15 days ago Read More
  • Tomatoes on a vine with water droplets on them.

    Protect Your Tomatoes From Heat Waves With This Simple Tip

    High temperatures can damage your tomatoes before you even realize what hit them. Keep them a bit safer from the sun by trying this simple tip.

    By Jennifer Magid 16 days ago Read More
  • ripe tomatoes growing in a garden

    A Garden Tomato Can Go From Perfect To Ruined Overnight If You Ignore This

    If you're growing tomatoes in your garden, you might want to harvest them at this point to prevent them from possibly being ruined on the vine.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 17 days ago Read More
  • Shiny red tomatoes in a garden.

    The Key To Thriving Tomato Plants Is Hiding In Your Bathroom Cabinet (But There's A Catch)

    Tomato plants giving you trouble? If the leaves are looking yellow or pale, and you suspect your soil might be lacking in magnesium, this could save the day.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 18 days ago Read More
  • A close up of an adult and child working in a vegetable garden.

    The 6 Best Vegetables For Beginner Gardeners To Grow

    If you want to enter your gardening era and start growing some produce yourself, our experts have helped us to decide which veggies are the best for beginners.

    By Lauren Summers 22 days ago Read More
  • A large garden with plenty of tomatoes growing

    Why Growing Multiple Tomato Varieties Together Can Backfire

    If you're planning on starting a tomato garden, you may not want to plant a bunch of different varieties at random. Here's why it can backfire.

    By Macy Sandel 23 days ago Read More
  • Cucumbers sit in a basket in a garden

    Planting This Next To Your Cucumbers Will Give You A Way Healthier Harvest

    If you're thinking about growing cucumbers in your garden this summer, plant this common vine alongside them to ensure a healthy, robust harvest.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 24 days ago Read More
  • zucchini plants with yellow blossoms

    These Beautiful Flowers Will Help Your Zucchini Grow Bigger Than Ever

    Zucchini is a great vegetable to grow in your garden, but sometimes it needs a little help. This stunning flower is surprisingly effective.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 1 month ago Read More
  • A hand picking a pear from a tree.

    Neighborhood Fruit Tree Etiquette: How To Pick Produce Without Making Enemies

    If you've ever run into an awkward tiff between neighbors about picking fruit from someone else's tree, here's what to know about the laws of the situation.

    By Tim Forster 1 month ago Read More
  • A woman picking ripe tomatoes in a greenhouse.

    Can't Get Your Garden Tomatoes To Ripen? This Could Be Why

    If you grow your own garden tomatoes, you may have had troubles getting them to ripen properly. This common cause could be your culprit.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 1 month ago Read More
  • Carrots in the ground

    How To Prevent Ground Ivy From Taking Over Your Vegetable Garden

    Ground ivy, much like mint, can rapidly take over your vegetable garden if you let it spread. Here's how you can stop it before it's too late.

    By Macy Sandel 1 month ago Read More
  • close-up of herbs growing in ceramic pots

    Old Curtain Rods Are The Key To Creating The Cutest Indoor Herb Garden

    Don't have enough space on or near your kitchen windowsill for an herb garden? Here's how to DIY one with curtain rods to maximize your vertical space.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 1 month ago Read More
  • Frost on the leaves of plants in a raised garden bed.

    Is There Any Way To Protect Your Vegetable Garden From A Sudden Overnight Freeze?

    Hearing there may be a sudden frost or freeze after you've painstakingly planted your garden can be a great cause for concern. Can you save your plants?

    By Betsy Parks 1 month ago Read More
  • Hands holding a freshly-picked tomato.

    The Sturdy Tomato Variety Gardeners Turn To Year After Year

    When you’re searching for the best tomato plant options for your garden, consider this particular cultivar that all other tomatoes are compared to.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 1 month ago Read More
  • A tomato plant growing

    Why Growing Tomatoes Directly In A Bag Of Potting Soil Is Actually A Brilliant Idea

    Planting tomatoes directly in a bag of potting soil is a simple container gardening hack that’s ideal for small spaces and beginner gardeners.

    By Craig Mattson 1 month ago Read More
  • A dying tomato plant with leaves that are slowly turning yellow and have dark spots.

    Here's Why Your Tomato Plant's Leaves Turned Yellow (And How To Fix It)

    Seeing yellow leaves on your tomato plants? There are lots of different issues that can cause yellowing leaves. Here's how to identify and fix the problem.

    By Macy Sandel 1 month ago Read More
  • Person pulling strips of aluminum foil off the roll.

    Got A Little Extra Kitchen Foil? Make Your Vegetable Garden A Safe Haven For Hummingbirds

    Besides being a sight to see, hummingbirds can be a boon to your vegetable garden. If you have a feeder to attract them, use foil to keep it safe from the sun.

    By Crystal Antonace 1 month ago Read More
  • Few small pots of herbs with gardening watercan.

    Create The Cutest Herb Garden With This Charming Aldi Find

    Aldi frequently has seasonal Finds, ready to offer you a way to upgrade something simple, like this herb garden product that can enhance your garden and meals.

    By Craig Mattson 1 month ago Read More
  • Italian San Marzano tomatoes on a vine in a garden.

    What San Marzano Tomatoes Need To Thrive In Your Garden

    San Marzano tomatoes come from a fertile area near Naples, but you can grow them in your garden, too. Just keep these factors in mind for a flourishing harvest.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 1 month ago Read More
  • Hummingbird drinking nectar

    The Vibrant, Beautiful Fruit Tree You Should Plant To Attract Hummingbirds

    Hummingbirds are truly majestic creatures. To increase your chances of seeing them, plant this tree that boasts gorgeous foliage and underrated fruit.

    By Julia Mullaney 1 month ago Read More
  • Martha Stewart smiling against a black background.

    'I Ate 10 All At Once': Martha Stewart Can't Stop Eating This Fruit From Her Garden

    Celebrity chef and media mogul Martha Stewart loves this one unique fruit. It's brown, wrinkly, and needs to overripen before it's ready to eat.

    By Tim Forster 1 month ago Read More
  • Two tomatoes growing in a field

    New To Gardening? Grow Tomatoes Easier Using This Tip

    If you're growing your own tomatoes in your garden this year, there's an expert tip you should follow. Here's why it can make or break your homegrown tomatoes.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 2 months ago Read More
  • freshly harvested mini vegetables on a table

    Easily Start A Mini Garden With This Cheap Laundry Staple

    Starting a garden doesn't need to be as difficult as you think it is. You can get a mini garden growing with this simple (and cheap) laundry tool.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 2 months ago Read More
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