Growing carrots from seeds can be tricky – the seeds are tiny and need to be sown shallowly and kept consistently moist in order to germinate. For many home gardeners, purchasing carrot starter plants can take the guesswork out of growing this nutritious root vegetable. But where can you find quality, healthy carrot plants for … Read more
When selecting corn varieties for container growing, opting for a dwarf or miniature cultivar is key. Standard corn can easily grow over 6 feet tall, which is too large for most patio pots or balcony planters. Dwarf corn, on the other hand, is specifically bred to thrive in compact spaces. The plants grow to a … Read more
When it comes to produce that begins with the letter “X”, the pickings are slim. Common fruits like apples, bananas and oranges are nowhere to be found. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t some exotic and interesting options out there! Here are some of the unique fruits that start with X Xigua Xigua, also known … Read more
The Best Compact Tomato Varieties for Small Spaces and Containers For gardeners with limited space growing tall vining tomato plants can be impractical. Trellising and staking tall plants takes time and materials, and they easily outgrow smaller raised beds and containers. Luckily there are many excellent compact tomato varieties that produce full-sized fruit on small … Read more
Kale is one of the trendiest superfoods loved for its nutrient density versatility, and ease of growth. But like all plants, kale thrives best when surrounded by the right companion plants in the garden. Intercropping with beneficial neighbors can improve pollination, pest control, and overall crop yields. After researching extensively, I’ve discovered that the top … Read more
Roma tomatoes and plum tomatoes – two names you’ve probably heard used interchangeably when talking about those oblong red tomatoes. But are they actually the same thing? As a tomato lover and amateur gardener, I was curious to find out. After doing some research, it turns out that while Roma tomatoes are a type of … Read more
Onions are a delicious and versatile vegetable that can be grown successfully in gardens across Texas Knowing the optimal time to harvest onions is key to getting the largest, healthiest bulbs from your crop In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about identifying when your onions are ready to pick and how … Read more
Cabbage is a cool weather crop that does best when matured in cool fall temperatures. But is there still time to get a harvest if you haven’t planted yet? Depending on your planting zone and intended use, it may not be too late to successfully grow cabbage – even if it’s midsummer. When is the … Read more
Loquats are a delicious fruit that many people enjoy eating fresh off the tree. However, you’ll almost never find loquats for sale at your local supermarket or grocery store. There’s a very good reason for this – loquats are far too delicate to withstand the rough handling of commercial distribution and transportation networks. The Delicate … Read more
As a pumpkin grower nothing is more disheartening than seeing your prized pumpkins dying on the vine before harvest. Healthy looking pumpkins suddenly turning yellow rotting, or falling off the plants can ruin your crop. When pumpkins are dying on the vine, it usually signals an underlying issue impacting the plant’s health. Here are some … Read more