People have been growing grapes for centuries. From wineries to table grapes, this indispensable fruit conjures up visions of hillsides planted with old, knurled vines or Romans snacking on them while ...
How to Deal With Sawflies in Your Garden
Sawflies are pests that are related to wasps. They deposit eggs into plants that eventually hatch into larvae and eat away at your garden. These pests cause serious problems in large numbers, so ...
How to Save Leggy Seedlings and Prevent Spindliness
In the human world, there are lots of benefits to being leggy. You can reach things that are on the highest shelf, you can see above heads in a crowd, and of course, let’s not forget how much everyone ...
8 Common Apple Tree Diseases and Basic Preventative Tips
We all know that apples are the quintessential fall fruit - and while they are easy to grow, they are not without their fair share of problems. Among these problems are diseases, some of which can ...
10 Common Tomato Diseases To Watch Out For in Your Garden
Tomato plants are known for being vulnerable to a number of tomato diseases. Fungal, viral, and bacterial issues can wipe out entire crops and gardens in a short period if left unchecked, so you need ...
16 Best Pepper Varieties to Grow in Your Garden
Did you know there are thousands of pepper varieties that you can grow in your garden? It's true! You might only be able to name a few peppers, like the classic bell pepper, jalapeño peppers, and ...
10 Steps You Shouldn’t Ignore When Starting an Orchard
I started my orchard with little planning. I figured, "how hard can it be?" As various problems appeared over the years, I realized that many of the issues could have been avoided with a little ...
18 Best Carrot Varieties to Grow for a Colorful Harvest
Did you know that carrots don't just come in long and orange varieties? You can grow red, purple, white, and yellow carrots. You'll also find ones that are stubby and wide and some that are slender. ...
10 Common Pepper Pests and Diseases That Can Kill Your Crops
Pepper plants are easy to grow, but unfortunately, there are many pepper pests and diseases you may encounter in your garden, and either issue can result in your plants dying. Being prepared to ...