Many home gardeners reach a point mid-season when their beans stop producing, peas dry out, or squash vines lose steam. What starts as a productive garden can taper off too soon without a plan in place. Succession planting offers a simple yet effective way to avoid...
The success of any garden begins beneath the surface. While sunlight, water, and plant choice all contribute to garden performance, it's the quality of the soil that determines whether plants thrive or struggle. Healthy soil provides structure, nutrients, and...
Gardening success isn’t just about planting and harvesting—it’s about knowing what to do, and when. Timing directly affects how well plants grow, how pests are managed, and how productive your garden becomes. A month-by-month task guide helps home growers plan ahead,...
Companion planting is more than just tradition—it’s a time-tested method that supports garden success through natural relationships between plants. When placed next to compatible crops, plants can help one another by attracting pollinators, deterring pests, or...
Growing tomatoes from seed is a rewarding process that connects you with every stage of your food’s life cycle. Whether you're planting in raised beds, containers, or a backyard garden, starting tomatoes from seed allows for greater variety and a deeper connection to...