Does Wildfire Smoke Affect Our Gardens? Views: 28 As the smoke dims the sunlight and casts an orange glow across the sky, many of us might wonder how this change affects our gardens. The good news is that, even though there is thick smoke in many parts of... See more
What’s Eating My Strawberries? Views: 4 One of the most sublime fruits on the planet is a freshly picked strawberry, but they are not without their pest troubles. Let’s look at some possible culprits if something is eating your strawberries before you do.... See more
How to Tell if It’s Disease or Stress on Tomato Plants Views: 34 An entire flat of “Wapsipinicon Peach” tomatoes looked awful this spring with inward curling leaves and crispy edges. I almost tossed the entire lot. My initial concern was a viral infection... See more
Pros and Cons of Setting Out Plants Early Views: 27 This winter and spring have been a wild ride, but I am happy to be planting tomatoes, zucchini, and cucumbers weeks ahead of the last frost. For over 40 years, I’ve used Wall-O-Waters and other season-ex... See more
There’s no need to be limited to traditional spring and fall gardening when a simple cold frame greenhouse can protect plants and extend the growing season. By creating a warmer microclimate, this low-profile structure allows gardeners to harvest fresh ve... See more
