Latest articles by Tyler Schuster
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6 Useful Tomato Growing Buys Gardeners Regret Not Having by August – Stock Up Now for a Strong Finish to the SeasonIf you didn't already stock up on all your late-season tomato growing gear, now is the time to do it. Here's what you need for a fantastic harvest.
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These 8 Fast-Growing Plants Fill August Gaps with Lavish Color – For a Dazzling Late Summer Flush Into FallDon't let tired, patchy borders ruin the end of your summer! Refresh those empty beds with these fast-acting bloomers to keep your garden glowing to first frosts
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6 Softwood Cuttings to Take in August to Multiply Your Garden for FreeAugust is a great time to get a head start on next spring's garden. Taking cuttings is easy and fun even in the August heat!
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6 Vegetables to Plant in August for a Tasty Fall Bounty Before the First FrostDelicious homegrown flavor awaits your fall table with these smart and easy veggie choices.
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4 Clever Landscaping Tricks That Keep Pests Out – Stop Ticks, Ants, and Mosquitoes with These Natural BarriersPest problems are often layout problems in disguise. These simple landscaping tweaks will drastically cut down on mosquitoes, ticks, and more in your backyard.
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8 Things to Do When You Have an Explosion of Cherry TomatoesSwimming in cherry tomatoes? Here's what you can do to preserve the ones you have, and keep the tap flowing.
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Stop Fertilizing These 6 Plants In August, Or You'll Regret It Next SpringMore growth isn't always a good thing. Learn which plants need a late-summer break, and what can happen if you push them too far.
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Shallow Watering Isn’t Always Bad – Here's When It's Actually Better for Plants Than Deep WateringMost gardeners know watering deeply is the best way to give plants a drink. But there are a few certain situations when shallow watering is actually better.
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What Peace Lilies Need in July – 5 Essential Tasks for Lush Leaves and Elegant White BloomsSummer heat and dry air can cause your peace lily to sulk. Do these things before July ends to keep yours going strong.
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How to Transition Your Jade Plant Outdoors in Summer (Without Sunburn) – Plus 4 Other Essential July TipsWant a fuller, healthier jade plant? Do these 5 things.
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Don’t Throw Out Overripe Watermelon – It Has a Secret Use in the GardenDon't throw away that spoiled melon! Give it a second life in the garden helping pollinators and plants.
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Are Birds Eating the Fruit on Your Trees Before You Can? This Common Kitchen Product Is the Key to Keeping Them AwayTurn this common kitchen staple into a safe, eco-friendly bird deterrent. Here's what you need to protect your fruit trees from hungry birds.
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6 Plants You Should Still Be Feeding in July — and the 3 You Should Stop Fertilizing NowJuly is a period of change. Some plants desperately need food as they continue to grow and others will suffer in winter if fed now. Here's a guide to keep them straight.
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Do Orchids Like Coffee Grounds? The Answer Depends on One Key DetailCoffee grounds aren't always bad for orchids, but whether they're helpful or harmful depends on the orchid and, more importantly, how you use them.
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Gardeners Are Using This Common Breakfast Food to Feed Their Tomato Plants – But Here's Why It Should Stay in the FridgeSome gardeners online say this common breakfast item deserves a place in your garden as well as your fridge. But our plant experts say otherwise.
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What Pepper Plants Need in July – 5 Easy Yet Essential Tasks to Do Before the Month Ends for a Sweet & Spicy HarvestNow is a vital time for pepper plants. Give them the proper care in July and you're sure to have a delicious harvest. Here's what they need this month.
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Plants Suddenly Flopping? How to Tell the Difference Between Heat Stress and Something More SinisterWilting isn't always a cry for water. Learn how to tell heat stress from root rot and lethal vascular disease.
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What to Do With a Spider Plant in July – 6 Easy Tasks for Lush, Cascading Foliage and Tons of Spider Plant BabiesJuly is the peak growing season for spider plants. Give them good care now and they'll give you elegant arching foliage and tons of plantlets to propagate.
