If you’re at all familiar with companion planting, you have likely heard that carrots love tomatoes. But why is that? And what other plants do carrots love? Keep reading to learn the answers to these questions in our list of the best companion plants for carrots. Because not all plants get along well together, this …
Vegetable Gardening
Sweet and tangy, and easy to grow. So if you planted some on a whim, you might be wondering what to do with beets? This vegetable is actually quite versatile. The bright pink root vegetable is very good for you, but it doesn’t get as much attention as it probably should. One reason for this …
Did you end up with a bountiful harvest and need to know what to do with too many cucumbers? You’re in luck because there are so many great ways to enjoy delicious cukes that you never have to worry about having too many. As anyone who has grown cucumbers can tell you, these things can …
Peppers are packed with vitamins, antioxidants, flavor, and depending on the variety, heat. But they can be difficult to grow in the vegetable garden. One excellent way to help pepper plants along is to grow companion plants alongside them. Some will provide benefits to the peppers, while others will receive benefits from the peppers. Not …
Tomatoes love the summer heat! And if you planted a bit more than you can consume, you might wonder what to do with too many tomatoes. It’s not hard to be overwhelmed with too many tomatoes this time of the year, especially if you planted more than you need. Ask me how I know. We …
Artichokes get along well with most other plants, but their impressive size can make it difficult to determine what and how to plant around them. Depending on the variety, artichoke plants can reach four to six feet tall and wide, casting shade and crowding out anything growing too close. But artichokes do appreciate companions, and they …
If you’ve babied your tomatoes all summer only to find a bunch of cracked ones when you’re ready to harvest, you may wonder what to do with split tomatoes. Are they safe to eat? Why do they split? Is there anything you can do to prevent this from happening? Here are some things to know …
Are you asking yourself what to do with too much zucchini? If your bounty has been plenty this season, don’t worry. We have some great ideas to help you ensure nothing goes to waste! Too much zucchini? Is there such a thing? Well, if you love it, then it may be hard to believe, but …
Growing tomatoes can be incredibly rewarding, but their susceptibility to certain diseases can pose challenges for even the most devoted gardeners. Diseases can reduce yields, affect fruit quality, and even destroy entire crops. Knowing how to identify and prevent tomato diseases early can save your plants and ensure a healthy harvest. Below, we’ll cover 10 …
Growing tomatoes is one of the most rewarding aspects of gardening. But waiting for that first ripe tomato can test even the most patient gardener. Luckily, early-ripening tomato varieties offer a quick payoff, providing fresh, juicy harvests in as little as 50 days. Whether you’re looking to outpace pests or enjoy garden-fresh tomatoes before summer’s …