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Finding ants crawling on the leaves of your cauliflower plants can be alarming. However, ants themselves do not typically damage vegetable plants. More often, their presence signals a more destructive pest that ants feed on. With some detective work, you can determine what is truly eating your cauliflower leaves and how to stop the damage. … Read more
With their iconic bright red color and fiery heat, Tabasco peppers are a garden favorite best known for making hot sauce. But when is the right time to start harvesting these little firecrackers? Like most peppers, Tabascos can be picked at various stages of ripeness depending on how you plan to use them. Here’s what … Read more
The United States is one of the world’s top peanut producing countries. Several states, primarily in the South, have ideal warm climates and soil for growing peanuts. While a handful of states grow over 90% of all U.S. peanuts, commercial production occurs in 13 states stretching from the Carolinas to New Mexico. The Top U.S. … Read more
A thought-provoking quote about an experiment with black ants and red ants in a jar has been circulating online for years It describes how when left alone, the ants coexist peacefully But when the jar is shaken violently, the ants turn on each other, believing those of a different color are the enemy. This analogy … Read more
Olive trees are iconic landscape trees known for their gnarled trunks, silvery-green leaves and of course, olives. However, real olive trees can be tricky to grow in many climates, as they require specific conditions to thrive. Luckily, there are several trees that mimic the look of olive trees, without the need for a Mediterranean climate. … Read more
With their trumpet-shaped blooms and sweet fragrance, lilies are cherished additions to gardens worldwide. Two of the most popular types are asiatic lilies and tiger lilies But what exactly sets these classic lily varieties apart? This guide explores the key differences between asiatic lilies and tiger lilies to help you choose the best ones for … Read more
While working in the garden, you may come across tiny white spheres nestled in the soil or potting mix. Upon closer inspection they look almost like miniature ping pong balls or jelly beads So what are these mysterious white globules? Should you be concerned about their presence? Here’s a look at the most common culprits … Read more
If your lilac bush is shedding brown leaves too soon, don’t despair. This could be a sign of lilac blight, a common bacterial disease that spreads through wind and rain. Watch for buds may blacken and brown spots on the leaves that can later grow into sizable blight areas that extend to the stems and … Read more
Potato blight is the bane of many gardeners’ existence. This rapidly spreading disease can quickly ruin an otherwise bountiful potato harvest. But what if your potatoes have only minor blight damage? Is it safe to simply cut away the visibly affected parts and eat the rest? In this comprehensive guide, we’ll dive into everything you … Read more
As a novice cook and vegetable gardener, I’ve had my fair share of experiences with rotten tomatoes. Nothing’s worse than eagerly slicing into a tomato only to find a mushy, moldy mess inside. But tomatoes don’t always broadcast when they’ve gone bad. Sometimes it can be tricky to discern whether that tomato in your fridge … Read more