Speaking of fungus, weeks of rain followed by blazing sun and humidity is a recipe for powdery mildew and other fungal diseases, especially on tomatoes, cucumbers, and squash. Prevention is the best ...

How times, and terms, have changed. Up until a few years ago, the term “raised bed” referred to a garden bed that consisted of rich soil perfect for growing vegetables. Such a bed included plenty of ...

Asparagus can be harvested until the spears are about as thin as a pencil, then the thin spears should be left to develop ferny growth that supplies the crowns with energy for the following year. Some ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Many who dream of a verdant horticultural paradise will, in at least one corner of the garden that swims in their mind's eye, have reserved a ...