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See what gardening jobs you can do in June according to experts, such as caring for rose and strawberry plants, and making homemade bug spray.
Planting the ‘Cuor di Bue Albenga’ tomato in June works well in most areas since the plants take 85 days to start producing ...
Basil and tomatoes are happy companions, pairing well both on the plate and in the ground, as there are a few reasons to grow ...
When you grow your own food, it affects the environment in positive ways. It helps reduce trips to the grocery store, which ...
The herb can help protect basil from common pests like aphids, thanks to its strong smell which acts as a natural repellent.
Monoculture (mono=one) is the growing of one plant to yield a single crop whereas polyculture (poly=many) is the growing of many different plants in one area or plot. Typically, for home gardens, no ...
From pests to root rot to other issues, tomatoes need TLC, but we asked the experts which are the best companion plants to ...
Potatoes are a wonderful vegetable that is easy to grow and has a wide range of culinary uses—whether it's baked, mashed, or ...
SAN ANTONIO — Settled in the suburbs, situated between many manicured lawns, sits an oasis cultivated by San Antonio "Soil Sister." Digging and planting just steps from her front door, Larissa Leath’s ...
Strawberries might be synonymous with sunshine, but there are plants you should never grow with them, especially if you want ...
Pest control: The right plants can repel common pests from your tomatoes, either by repelling them altogether, or serving as ...
“June is a good time to plant out the last of the tender crops, such as courgettes and squashes, with successional sowing of ...