The uptake of calcium from the soil by the tomato plant can be reduced by fluctuations in soil moisture — either excessively ...

Seed-growing season is upon us, and I'm here to diagnose the most common mistakes people make. From not enough water to too ...

Wandering through a backyard garden is a satisfying way to spend time outdoors. Where I grew up, just east of Greenfield, fields of corn or soybeans surrounded our yard, while tomatoes vined through ...

If flower blight continues to be a problem, you can try growing blight-resistant varieties such as Kanjiro or Debutante. Q.

After years of participating in seed season, I finally caved this year and bought a heat mat for my seed-starting tray. At ...

OK, gardeners — it's time to dig in! With about a week to go before the official start of spring, we've got work to do. First, test your soil's pH level. Each plant thrives best within a specific ...

Get pruning. Most deciduous trees and shrubs (those that lose their leaves in autumn), including fruit trees, should be ...

Get pruning. Most deciduous trees and shrubs (those that lose their leaves in autumn), including fruit trees, should be pruned before they emerge from dormancy. But hold off on pruning spring bloomers ...

Indoor pepper plants need warm ambient temperatures, so you may need to adjust your home's thermostat accordingly or use a ...

Whether you garden on an acre or a balcony, there’s always room for peppers. Grow them in a vegetable garden, container, or ...