by Matt Gibson The serrano pepper is basically a smaller version of the jalapeno. Clocking in between 5,000 and 23,000 Scoville units, serranos are typically a bit hotter than the jalapeno and are always a wonderful addition to salsas, sauces, relishes, or any recipe that … [Read more...]
How to Control Tomato Hornworms
by Shelby Baker Chewed fruit, nubby stems, and spotty leaves can be a gardener’s nightmare. So much time and effort in growing tomatoes, peppers, eggplants can all be lost over the course of a few short weeks. The scene of the crime is an innocent, leafy green garden. The … [Read more...]
How to grow butter lettuce
Butter lettuce is a variety of lettuce included in the category known as butterhead. Butterhead includes lettuces such as butter lettuce, Boston lettuce, and Bibb lettuce. This type of lettuce originates from the Mediterranean, though its two most popular varieties were … [Read more...]
What You Need To Know About Seed Starting Containers
Starting seeds can be a truly rewarding practice for the home gardener, but it does require some basic know-how and the right materials. If you're new to growing plants from seed, it's important to understand that not all products or DIY ideas floating around the Internet will … [Read more...]
Companion Planting: Herbs that Pair Perfectly As Growing Partners
by Matt Gibson Most gardeners are familiar with companion planting in the vegetable garden, finding combinations of compatible plants that grow well in pairs or as a group, such as the famous three sisters combo of squash, corn, and beans. There is also a science to companion … [Read more...]
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