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5 Tricks to Extend Tomato Harvest Into October

October 18, 2025 by Brandon Marcus Leave a Comment

There Are Tricks to Extend Tomato Harvest Into October

It’s the end of summer, and your tomato plants are still bursting with potential. The sun’s a little weaker, the nights are cooler, and those once-lush vines are starting to look a little tired—but the fruit? Still green, still growing, and still full of promise. You’ve worked too hard to let all those beautiful tomatoes…

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Sutton Foster’s Tomato Growing Tips

January 31, 2022 by Kathryn Vercillo Leave a Comment

Raw Organic Vine Ripe Red Tomatoes

I just finished reading Sutton Foster’s book, “Hooked: How Crafting Saved My Life.” I got it because she’s crocheting on the cover of the book and that’s my go-to craft. It’s also her go-to craft, however she enjoys many other crafts as well. She even mentions gardening in the book. Specifically, she talks about the…

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The Transplant Shock Issue and How to Prevent It

The Transplant Shock Issue and How to Prevent It

A prosperous garden can quickly turn stressful when plants suddenly droop, stall, or even fail after being moved. That frustrating moment often points to transplant shock, a condition that hits roots hard and slows growth just when success seems within reach. Many gardeners face this issue every season, especially when moving seedlings outdoors or relocating…

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A backyard can transform into a living, buzzing stage when hummingbirds arrive. These tiny aerial acrobats chase bright, nectar-filled blooms with incredible energy and precision. The right plants turn an ordinary garden into a nonstop feeding station that feels almost magical in motion. Color, shape, and nectar production all work together to pull these birds…

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A thriving garden rarely happens by accident. Healthy tomatoes, vibrant flowers, crisp lettuce, and lush lawns all depend on one thing hiding beneath the surface: nutrient-rich soil. When soil loses balance, plants start sending distress signals fast, and many gardeners mistake those symptoms for pests, bad weather, or poor watering habits. The dirt itself often…

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5 Natural Fertilizing Methods That Actually Work

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Your garden does not have to rely on expensive chemicals or complicated formulas. The real secret often hides in everyday kitchen scraps, yard waste, and simple habits that gardeners have used for generations. Plants respond best when soil stays alive, rich, and full of organic goodness. That is where natural fertilizing methods step in and…

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