Using the right pot size can mean the difference between having thriving plants with lots of room to spread their roots and struggling, root-bound ones that can’t reach their full potential. Some pots will already have the size written or stamped on them, usually on the side or bottom (especially nursery pots). So, why would you … Read more
Zucchini plants thrive in heat, but can suffer from blistering sun much like other summer vegetables. And with high heat usually come diseases, which make already disease-prone summer squash even more vulnerable. For this reason, gardeners who live in hot climates should specifically look for disease-resistant zucchini. Below are some of the best heat tolerant … Read more
Okra can grow in a wide variety of conditions and soil types, so as long as okra avoids the cold and shade, it will produce pods. But to increase pod production and make your okra produce more, you should optimize their growing conditions, give them enough nutrients throughout the growing season, and consider planting varieties … Read more
The Black Beauty eggplant is an old heirloom variety which is still highly sought after in home gardens. These eggplants are very meaty, weighing well over a pound, and do well in both northern and southern climates. Keep reading below to learn more about this incredible variety, how to grow it, and where to find … Read more
Artichoke plants are a great addition to any garden, not only producing flavorful, nutritious artichokes, but also ornamental foliage and stunning thistle-like flowers if you let the buds mature. Artichoke plants can grow as perennials in climates with mild winters. Whether you’re starting from seed, planting bare root artichokes, or transplanting offshoots (pups) from divided … Read more
Bright yellow tomatoes are a joy to see in the garden, and are usually more refreshing to eat with a light sweetness that red tomatoes lack. One yellow tomato variety every gardener needs to plant this year is Dwarf Mr. Snow. The flavor is crisp, sweet, and tangy, and the plants are productive. Dwarf Mr. … Read more