Plant 'em deep and prep the soil. Enjoying a summer showcase of awesome tomatoes of any variety takes good garden prep work now. By prepping the soil ...
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Straw Bale Gardening
Hay bales provide an excellent venue for growing produce, even (especially!) for beginning gardeners. Horticulturist Joel Karsten began growing ...
Tips for Growing Food on Your Deck or Patio
Growing food doesn’t necessarily require a big backyard. Even if you live in a high-rise apartment, homegrown vegetables and herbs can be yours. In ...
How to Grow All Kinds of Berries in Pots & Containers
Container gardening berries is totally possible—just follow a few simple steps. Growing berries in pots isn’t difficult when you select the right ...
Support Your Tomatoes: How to Use Cages, Trellises, Strings, and Stakes
Tomatoes are a favorite summer treat for gardeners. There is something about the taste of a freshly picked tomato, ideally eaten with a leaf of ...
How to Read a Seed Packet
Seed packets tell you all you need to know to get planting. Sowing seeds is an easy and inexpensive way to get a garden going. Make the most of your ...
How to Make Seed Bombs
Seed bombs let you scatter seeds in unexpected places. Making seed bombs and throwing, concealing, digging, or just gently placing them in places ...
How to Use a Cold Frame to Extend Your Growing Season
Learn the secrets of using a cold frame. My grandmother had a cold frame. It was a long rectangular box angled to catch the sun with a sliding glass ...
How to Grow a Pet-Friendly Garden
From what to plant to how to design it. Get tips for creating a garden that's safe for you and your pet—and thus the whole family. It's more than ...
Small Yet Mighty Dwarf Citrus Trees
If you like the idea of having your own fresh citrus readily at hand and you’ve got a sunny spot, you’re in luck. Dwarf citrus trees can grow in some ...