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Full Sun To Shade: How To Assess Light Conditions In Your Garden

Published on June 14, 2022Last updated August 21, 2022 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Flower garden with deep shade, part sun, and sunny areas.

What do full sun, part sun, part shade, and shade really mean on plant tags? These tips help you assess garden light accurately so you can choose the right plants and planting spots. While full sun … [Read more...]

Why Tomatoes Split or Crackโ€”and What to Do

Published on April 3, 2022 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Red tomato with large crack.

It's common for tomatoes to split or crack on the vine, particularly when the fruit is mature. Use these tips to determine if you can still harvest the fruit and how to prevent future problems. If … [Read more...]

10 Delicious Foods Hiding In Your Garden (Forage at Home)

Published on February 19, 2022 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Nasturtiums flowering in the garden.

We hear about foraging for food in the wild for things like berries, mushrooms, greens, and roots, but did you know thereโ€™s a whole bunch of delicious veggies in our gardens that we completely … [Read more...]

How To Grow Carrots Indoors At Home In Flower Pots

Published on February 5, 2022 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Growing carrots indoors at home in small flower pots.

You can grow carrots at home in flower pots on a window sill or under basic grow lights. Depending on the variety, indoor carrots can be ready for harvesting within a few months. For more on indoor … [Read more...]

Fast-Growing Indoor Vegetables: Ready in 30 Days

Published on November 16, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Fast-growing food crops growing under lights indoors at home.

Discover the fastest-growing vegetables indoorsโ€”leafy greens, sprouts, and microgreens. These are easy to cultivate and ready for harvest at any time. If you are new to indoor food growing, see how … [Read more...]

7 Unfortunate Garlic Growing Mistakes You Can Avoid

Published on November 13, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Harvest garlic cloves.

Ready to grow your own garlic? Whether it's hardneck or softneck, or some of each, these beginner tips will help you avoid common mistakes and ensure an abundant crop at harvest time. Best done in … [Read more...]

How To Grow Swiss Chard Indoors (Seed to Harvest)

Published on October 16, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Growing Swiss chard indoors at home.

This shows how to grow Swiss chard in containers indoors year-round at home for baby greens and delicious, colorful stalks. If you love this idea, also see indoor vegetable gardening for beginners. … [Read more...]

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