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Roma refers to a group of tomato varieties that are the prime choice for sauces and canning. They have less moisture content than other, juicier tomato varieties such as beefsteak tomatoes. Romas have a thick fruit wall and skin, firm and dense flesh, and they have fewer seeds. Because of these traits, they are great … Read more
Flower shopping with my mom and grandmother, petunias were a must to have in our gardens every year. Flower centers start these from plugs to then continue growing for their customers. Most petunias from the store are started from cuttings, which use an asexual method of reproducing the plant. With Baker Creek offering heirloom seeds, … Read more
Lavender (Lavandula) is a very pretty perennial plant that flowers for a long time and is easy to grow. What could be more welcoming in a doorway or vestibule than a big pot of lavender in full bloom, greeting everyone with its lovely scent and bright flowers? With its heavenly fragrance and colorful flowers, lavender … Read more
Hi, Im a gardener and absolutely love growing sugar baby watermelons in my garden. Biting into a ripe, juicy sugar baby melon in the summer is the best way to cool off and find sweetness. I’ll show you how to tell when sugar baby watermelons are ready to be picked today. These are some of … Read more
It’s hard not to admire how a mandevilla can instantly turn a plain area or container into a bright, exotic mess of color. These climbing vines are usually pretty easy to take care of, making them a favorite of gardeners everywhere. Keep an eye out for these common diseases that affect mandevilla plants. If they … Read more
Become a better gardener! Discover our new Almanac Garden Planner features for 2024. It’s easy, fun, and free to try! Subhead. As a strawberry grower, few things are more frustrating than walking outside to find your strawberry plants covered in tiny, sap-sucking aphids. While aphids pose little threat to your health, they can ravage a … Read more
Adding a thin layer of compost, sand, or both to the top of a lawn is called grass top dressing. Top dressing improves soil structure, enhances nutrient levels, and promotes a healthier turf. Fertilizers and biostimulants can also be added to the top dressing mix. It levels bumpy areas, fills in patches, and encourages grass … Read more
Cedar trees are often chosen by homeowners who want to add natural beauty to their yards and make them feel more private. These evergreen giants not only add visual appeal but also offer numerous environmental benefits. If you want to know how to plant cedar trees, these steps and tips will help them grow well … Read more
Stock flowers, which are also called stock, are pretty plants for a cottage garden. They come in many colors and have a light scent that many people associate with heirloom flowers. Some say that Thomas Jefferson brought them to his gardens at Monticello in 1771 from abroad, making them the first plants grown in the … Read more
Tulips are a finicky flower. In many parts of the country, tulips may only bloom for a year or two before they die. When they do bloom, they are graceful and beautiful. People who garden may wonder, “Why do my tulips bloom for a few years and then die?” or “Will tulips come back the … Read more