How do you know when it’s the right time to harvest a tomato from your tomato plant for maximum quality and taste? The answer to that question is actually quite surprising to many gardeners! Believe it or not, there is a bit of an art to knowing when to pluck tomatoes from your plants. And …
Did you know that with just three simple tips you can keep your marigolds blooming big all through the summer months – and even into late fall? Marigolds are one of the most dependable and vibrant blooming flowers you can grow in the summer garden. But while marigolds are known for their tough and hardy …
Wondering what to do your daylilies after they finish their summer bloom cycle to help them bloom a second time? Daylilies are one of the most popular perennials of all for gardeners to grow in their landscape. The hardy perennial not only fills beds with big color and interest, it does so without requiring a …
Wondering why the leaves on your tomato plant are starting to curl in the middle of summer? And more importantly – what to do about it to fix the problem fast? If you’ve walked out into your garden and noticed the leaves on your tomato plants curling, you’re definitely not alone. It’s something many gardeners …
Did you know that one of the best ways to help your pepper plants grow and produce better is to prune them? When it comes to growing healthy, vibrant and extremely productive pepper plants, pruning can play a big role in the overall success of your plants. Not only can pruning your pepper plants help …
Looking for the best way to get rid of the ticks in your backyard this summer? When it comes to one insect that gardeners and homeowners want to eliminate from their backyard entirely – it’s ticks. And believe it or not, as it turns out, it’s actually quite easy to keep them out of your …
Want to get more cucumbers from your cucumber plants? When it comes to keeping your cucumber plants producing a steady supply of fresh cucumbers, a few little tips and tricks can make all the difference in plants that continue to bloom and bloom – or having ones that fade away fast. Unfortunately, for many gardeners, …
Wondering how to water your containers and hanging baskets with just the perfect amount of water? Watering container plants might seem like one of the easiest tasks of all for gardeners, but in truth, it’s one of the most misunderstood. Every summer, countless gardeners unknowingly damage or even kill their container plants simply by watering …
If you are looking for a few simple tips and tricks to get your rose bushes blooming more than ever this summer – then make this the year you fertilize and deadhead your roses like a pro! Rose bushes are wonderful for adding elegance, beauty and interest to the landscape, especially when they are loaded …
Looking for the best way to fertilize your geraniums this year to keep them blooming big and strong all summer long? As popular as geraniums are – they can also be a source of frustration for quite a few gardeners. Especially when it comes to keeping them healthy, green and flowering strong for an entire …