Not many home gardeners think about cover crops. Many, in fact, are unaware of them altogether. Those who have heard of them may think that they are just for commercial farmers. But the truth is, cover crops can be very beneficial to the backyard gardener. Why Use Cover … [Read more...]
Storing Surplus Vegetables
It's been a successful growing season and your hard work has paid off with a bounty of fresh produce. Now what? If you've got more produce than your family can consume, it's time to consider long-term storage. The preferred storage methods vary, depending on the vegetable, but … [Read more...]
How to Create a Water Saving Garden
Water saving in the garden is not just limited to desert plants and gravel-covered landscapes. Even vegetable and flower gardens can benefit from some of the methods used to conserve water in the garden. With the premium put on fresh water around the world and the over-use of … [Read more...]
Fertilizing Tomatoes
Once your tomatoes are growing well, you may wonder what else you can do to keep them healthy. Many gardeners focus on fertilizers as a growth enhancer for their tomatoes. This usually works, but there is a better focus for what your tomato plants really need if they are to … [Read more...]
Storing Seeds
Most vegetable seeds last at least 3 years, some more, some less. If the seeds were purchased commercially, they will have a date on their packet or container. Seeds should be used within 2 years of purchase, regardless of their variety. If you save your own seeds, this also … [Read more...]
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