by Jennifer Poindexter Do you burn wood in or around your home? If so, you probably have a great deal of ash piling up in buckets from emptying fire pits, wood stoves, or fireplaces. Don’t let this resource go to waste. It can improve the quality of your garden soil, if … [Read more...]
How to Control the Tomato Fruitworm
by Jennifer Poindexter Are you growing tomatoes in your garden this year? Have you seen signs of the tomato fruit worm? Maybe you aren’t even sure what this pest is, but you’d like to know more. Whether you have fruit worms or want to stay ahead by gaining knowledge about … [Read more...]
Is ozonated water safe for plants?
QUESTION: Is ozonated water safe for plants? I have a machine that makes ozone water, and I know it's good for disinfecting things and cities even use it to treat municipal water. But is it ok for watering my plants with? - Geraldine P. ANSWER: Yes, it is perfectly safe to … [Read more...]
How Often Do I Need to Water a Vegetable Garden?
QUESTION: How often should I water a vegetable garden? I’m planting one this year and need to know. — Alfred D. ANSWER: Because your water will get some of its sustenance from rainfall, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer to your question. However, between rainfall and … [Read more...]
13 Best Tips and Tricks for Dealing with Weeds
by Jennifer Poindexter Ask me what I hate doing the most around the garden. Go ahead, but you probably already know what I’m going to say. Yes, I hate pulling weeds. They’re the most frustrating part of the gardening experience. However, you must battle them because, if you … [Read more...]
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