Vegetables
There’s nothing quite as good as eating home grown veggies from the garden. While growing garden vegetables may seem daunting at first, learning how to grow vegetables yourself shouldn’t be intimidating. Most vegetable plants are easy to grow, and there are numerous types of vegetables that can be grown to satisfy even the pickiest of eaters. Here you can learn everything from starting vegetable seeds and caring for vegetable plants throughout the season to harvesting your crops and storing them once it’s come to an end.
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Do Tomatoes Need Protection From Excessive Heat? Find Out 4 Ways To Protect Tomatoes In A Heatwave & Keep Plants Healthy
Tomatoes may flourish in sunshine, but be careful not to give them too much of a good thing. Do tomatoes need protection from excessive heat? Absolutely – and here’s how
By Amy Grant
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I'm a Professional Chef and Gardening Writer – These Are the 8 Vegetables I Always Grow for Unbeatable Flavor
I've learned a lot in my careers, and I refuse to gatekeep my favorite veggies to grow any longer! Grow the most delicious vegetables yet with my picks.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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If you’re still growing pumpkins on the ground, you’re wasting precious space – this one simple trick will triple your growing area
Stop wasting precious garden space! Start growing pumpkins vertically and improve your harvest with this one simple trick.
By Laura Walters
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10 Best Tomato Trellis Ideas You Can Buy Or DIY – For Bigger Yields And No Droop
Support your tomatoes the smart way – with simple structures that keep stems strong, fruit off the ground, and harvests at their best.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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5 Plants That Repel Tomato Hornworms – And Attract Their Beneficial Predators
Keep pests away naturally with these 5 plants that repel tomato hornworms. Plus, discover 3 plant combinations to attract insects that prey on pesky pests.
By Amy Grant
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Do You Have Deformed Cucumbers? Here’s Why & How To Prevent Kooky Looking Cukes
Cucumbers are great veggies to grow in your garden, but what happens if you have deformed cucumbers? Are they ok to eat? Learn how to prevent misshapen cukes.
By Amy Grant
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How To Grow Cucumbers: The Ultimate Care & Growing Guide
Cucumbers are a refreshing and healthy vegetable that are rewarding to grow and are a great addition to any vegetable garden. Learn how to grow cucumbers here.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How To Get Rid Of Aphids On Tomato Plants – And Keep Them From Coming Back
Aphids can quickly damage tomato plants – learn the signs of an infestation and the simple steps to protect your precious crop all season long.
By Amy Grant
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How To Pollinate Tomatoes: Give Plants A Hand For Bigger Harvests
With the right techniques, hand-pollinating tomatoes can make all the difference between a lackluster season and a productive one. Learn how to get it right.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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8 Vegetables You Can Still Plant In June For A Late Summer And Fall Harvest
Planting time for high summer harvests has passed, but there are still many vegetables you can plant in your garden in June, for organic produce well into fall.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Do Your Tomato Flowers Look Weird? They Could Be Tomato Megablooms – What That Means For Plants
Tomato megablooms can startle gardeners, but these weird-looking flowers are nothing to worry about. Learn why they occur and what to do if you find one.
By Amy Grant
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Best Mulch For Tomatoes: Expert Guide To Boost Yields, Lock In Moisture & Keep Weeds At Bay
The right mulch can transform your tomato crop – helping plants thrive while saving time, water, and effort in every type of garden.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How Often To Water Tomato Plants – And How To Get It Right In Any Situation
One of the most crucial parts of tomato care is knowing how often and much to water them. Learn how to get it right every time for a bumper harvest.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Best (And Worst) Cucumber Companion Plants For Higher Yields & Pest-Free Plants
Choosing the right cucumber companion plants can mean the difference between a so-so harvest and a bumper year. Find out what (and what not) to grow with cukes.
By Amy Grant
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Is Epsom Salt Good For Tomato Plants? How And When To Use It For A Better Crop
Epsom salt is often touted as a cure-all for tomato plants, but it should only be used where there is a need. Find out how to apply it – and when to hold back.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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15 Best Vegetables To Plant In May For A Summer Bounty Of Fresh Homegrown Produce
Get planting your dream garden with these best vegetables to start in May – including options for direct sowing, indoor seed-starting, and planting seedlings.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Tomato Blight: How To Identify, Prevent & Treat The Most Common Types
There are several types of tomato blight that can get in the way of an abundant crop. Learn the signs to look for, treatment options, and preventative measures.
By Amy Grant