Tomatillos are related to tomatoes, which are in the Nightshade family. They look alike, but when they’re ready, they’re green, yellow, or purple, and have a husk around the fruit. The fruits are borne on warm season plants, from inside the husk. You can tell when to pick a tomatillo by watching for the husk … Read more
If you’ve noticed the leaves on your apple tree curling up, you’re not alone. Curled, distorted, or otherwise abnormal foliage is a common issue that backyard apple growers face. But don’t panic – curled leaves are not necessarily a death sentence for your tree. When caught and addressed early, leaf curl can often be managed … Read more
Many people love peanuts, and their use in food has grown over the years, making their way into almost everything. There’s nothing this little thing can’t do. It can be eaten raw or mixed with chocolate and other sweets. It can also be used in a lot of savory dishes and make tasty butter. What … Read more
For home gardeners who love potatoes, winter doesn’t have to mean the end of fresh spuds. With the right planning and preparation, you can continue harvesting potatoes all winter long Growing potatoes in winter requires a few adjustments to your typical summer crop but is very doable even in cold climates Read on for a … Read more
Okra is a warm-season crop. Okra grows best when average temperatures are between 70° and 85°F (21-29°C). Plant okra seedlings in the garden 3 to 4 weeks after the last frost in spring. Start okra seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before setting out plants. Plant okra directly in the garden when the soil is … Read more
Questions about how to plant a pomegranate seed show up quite frequently lately. The apple-sized fruit used to only be seen during the winter holidays, but now you can find it all the time in the fresh fruit section of the grocery store. Pomegranates have become more popular in recent years, and seeing how many … Read more
With their cheerful daisy-like blooms in shades of yellow gold orange, red and pink, coreopsis offer vibrant color in the summer garden. These classic perennials shine in beds, borders and containers from early summer well into fall. If you’re wondering whether you can plant coreopsis seeds in the fall, read on. We’ll cover the ins … Read more
The spot had never been gardened before and was covered in weedy grass. My hard-working husband tilled and raked and tilled and raked until the area was clear. We tried to work the soil a bit, but it was clear right away that it would take a lot of work to even half-way decent the … Read more
I just discovered hostas are toxic to dogs. How did I not know this before? One website even said, “Instead of Hostas, buy Butterfly Ginger.” Their bright and showy flowers will quickly make you forget your Hosta!” AAARGHH!!!!. Houzz uses cookies and other similar technologies to make my experience more personal, show me more relevant … Read more
Sign up for our daily newsletter to get gardening tips and advice. No content available. Subhead Growing big, beautiful butternut squash is so rewarding but knowing exactly when to pick them can be tricky. Waiting too long risks exposure to frost or rotting on the vine. Picking too early means less flavorful poorly-storing squash. So … Read more