Pepper plants are a popular choice for home gardeners and farmers alike, thanks to their versatile culinary uses. They're tasty in salads, preserved, or to add some spicy heat to delightful culinary ...
How to Manage Silver Leaf Disease in Plum Trees
There's something magical about plum trees, with their beautiful blossoms and abundant, delicious fruit. I've always been fascinated by them after growing up with a plum tree in my backyard. I ...
12 Common Cabbage Pests and Diseases
Every year, pests and diseases are looking to make a meal out of your cabbage plants. In fact, I always plant extra in case cabbage pests decide to come for dinner. I've even taken matters into my ...
18 Essential Plants for a Thriving Urban Food Garden
Different species thrive in different environments. As such, if you're planning an urban food garden, you'll need to take various aspects into account to ensure that your plants will thrive. Plants ...
Prairie Turnips: How to Grow and Care This Native Tuber
There is a classic legume historically grown on the North American plains that is poised for a comeback. If you want to keep traditional plants alive, then prairie turnips could be just the ...
Citrus Psorosis: How to Identify and Deal With This Disease
We all love having citrus growing in our backyards. There's something to be said for being able to pop out and grab a fresh, sweet orange or lemon to add zest to our glass of water or herbal ...
Caucasian Spinach: Meet This Shade-Loving Perennial Climber
Perennial vegetables can be hard to come by, and those that grow in shade are even harder. Caucasian spinach is a perennial, shade-loving leafy green that tastes wonderfully earthy. It's also a ...
9 Possible Causes Why Amaranth Isn’t Producing Seeds
If you have a problem with amaranth not producing seeds, it's understandable that you're feeling frustrated. After all, this plant is grown primarily for its grain-like seeds, and a poor harvest can ...
How To Identify and Deal With Root Maggots in Your Garden
Under the soil surface, there is an unbelievable world of tiny creatures. A lof of these critters are a critical part of creating healthy soil. Beneficial nematodes and soil microbes are a key part of ...