To prune or not to prune – this is an important question to ask in late fall as we prepare our gardens for winter. Jump to: Pruning Perennials | Pruning Woody Plants | Timing Cutting Back Perennials I don’t think of cutting back perennials as pruning, but whatever you call it, Fall is a good […]
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Quick Summary: Comparing four tomato support methods; cages, staking, sprawling, and fencing. After 23 years of trials, I recommend sturdy hog wire fencing for the best combination of yield, easy maintenance, and durability. Cages work for beginners with small gardens; staking suits containers and limited space; sprawling is low-effort but high-waste. Determinate varieties may not
Tomato Plant Support Systems: Cages vs Stakes vs Fencing” Read Post »
How to grow Heirloom Tomatoes Upside Down in the Topsy Turvy Planters for growing edibles in city gardens
Topsy Turvy Planter: Growing Tomatoes Upside Down Read Post »
Blossom end rot is a common disease that occurs in tomatoes, particularly if growing tomatoes in pots. Here are tips for prevention and cures
Blossom End Rot in Tomatoes: How to Prevent It Read Post »
Quick Summary: Harden off tomato seedlings by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions over 5-8 days. Start in shade with no wind, increase sun exposure daily, and bring plants inside if they wilt. Transplant after seedlings tolerate full sun and gentle wind. Read time: 7 min | Experience level: Beginner Jump to: Why is This
Harden Off Tomato Seedlings Before Transplanting: Size, Timing and Exposure Read Post »
Starting tomato and pepper seeds is a science and an art and this is a “how-to” post for successful seed germination
How to Start Tomato Seeds Indoors: Equipment, Process, and Troubleshooting Read Post »
There is really nothing that compares in flavor to a homegrown tomato. For those living in urban areas, there are certainly some specific challenges. These but these limitations can often be overcome with a little research and imagination. Here are some ideas to consider if you want to experience the flavor of home-grown tomatoes, but
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