Autumn isn’t just about cozy sweaters, pumpkin spice, and crunchy leaves—it’s also one of the most important times to pamper your plants. As temperatures cool and growth slows, your garden quietly prepares for winter. Adding extra compost in fall gives your plants the nutrients they need to tough it out through the cold and burst…
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6 Things You Should Never Plant Next to Each Other
Gardens are like neighborhoods—some residents get along perfectly, while others just can’t stop causing drama. A mismatched planting can mean stunted growth, pest parties, or even plants fighting over the same nutrients. Some crops thrive when paired with companions, but others become full-blown rivals if forced to share space. Knowing which plants to keep apart…
The One Plant You Shouldn’t Put Next to Tomatoes – According to Gardeners
Tomatoes are a staple in many home gardens, and for good reason. They’re versatile, delicious, and relatively easy to grow. But if you’re planning your garden layout, there’s one important rule to follow. Don’t plant tomatoes next to potatoes. Here we’ll discuss why planting these two next to each other is a big no-no. Why…
Sutton Foster’s Tomato Growing Tips
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…
To Prune or Not to Prune? Keeping Tomatoes in Check
To prune or not to prune, that is the question! Tomatoes are one of the most popular garden plants for a reason. They’re fairly easy to grow, produce an impressive yield, and are available in many interesting varieties. There are many schools of thought when it comes to tomato pruning. So what’s the right…
Profitable Greenhouse Crops: Money in Your Pockets
You’ve been growing for a while. You’ve built a DIY greenhouse (or invested in one) and decided that you want to turn your hobby into a profitable small business. Which plants should you focus on growing to ensure steady cash flow? Here are the most profitable greenhouse crops that you should consider growing: Tomatoes Tomatoes…
The No-Cost Way to Increased Tomato Yields: Pruning
Hi, everyone! Apologies for the late posting. I’ve known what I wanted to talk about this week for a while, but honestly, it’s tough to explain it well without a visual aid. Pruning tomatoes is one of the tasks that I either excel at or fail miserably to keep up with. I’m either diligent in…