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Jerad Bryant

Jerad Bryant is a plant nerd, botanical writer, and avid gardener in the Willamette Valley of Oregon. Jerad is an active member in his local community of plant nerds in both the Willamette Valley Hardy Plant Group and the American Rhododendron Society.

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Herbs

9 Herbs You Should Never Plant Together

Most herbs support the ones near them, but some are harmful to others! Keep these pairings far away from each other so they both grow well. These nine herbs deserve their own spot, otherwise, they’ll harm your harvest!

Trailing stems of Cherry Falls tomatoes spill over the edges of containers, covered in glossy green leaves and clusters of bright red cherry tomatoes, in a greenhouse.

Vegetables

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for ‘Cherry Falls’ Tomatoes

Summer is the season of tomatoes! If you like cherry varieties, ‘Cherry Falls’ is the type for you. It’s quick-growing and fast to fruit, sprouting delicious, bite-sized fruit two months after planting. Give it the care it needs, and it’ll reward you with baskets full of cherry tomatoes.

Fruits

No Berries on Your Strawberry Plant? 11 Fixes to Try

Strawberries are one of the easiest berries to grow. Although technically not true berries, these fruiting perennials thrive with some care and maintenance. If yours aren’t producing strawberries, try these 11 fixes to promote ample flowering and fruiting in your crop.

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Herbs

11 Herbs You Should Pinch for Optimal Growth

Forget the pruners! All you need are your fingertips to pinch herbs. Pinching is a simple task you can do in a few minutes, and it helps promote dense, lush foliage on your favorite plants. Join seasoned grower Jerad Bryant in pinching these 11 herbs for optimal growth.

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Vegetables

11 Vegetables You Should Never Plant Together

Not all vegetables grow well together! Some combinations are harmful, causing poor growth in both crops. Know which ones go together and which ones don’t, and you’ll never make a pairing mistake again. Join seasoned grower Jerad Bryant in discovering these 11 vegetables you should never plant together.

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Vegetables

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Pole Tomatoes

Dozens of tomato types exist, and pole varieties are some of the best kinds! These climbing tomatoes reach epic heights while they grow in the summer garden. Give them the care they need, and they’ll reward you with bushels of ripe red fruits.

On the table there is a white bowl full of green pestle and fresh glossy leaves of the best basil for pesto among the ingredients and kitchen utensils.

Herbs

17 Best Basil Varieties For Making Pesto

The right basil variety can help you make the pesto of your dreams! Not all varieties are the same, and some have better flavor than others. Try one of these 17 types, as recommended by pesto lover Jerad Bryant.

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Ornamental Gardens

9 Rock Garden Mistakes to Avoid This Year

Rock gardens mimic natural landscapes, creating wild scenes that add charm to home yards. They’re perfect for sunny, open sites with ample drainage and airflow. Consider these nine mistakes during the planning, designing, and managing of your rock garden, and you’ll avoid heartaches during the growing season.

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Ornamental Gardens

7 Plants You Should Never Grow in a Rock Garden

As temperatures rise and heatwaves grow more common, drought-tolerant spaces, such as rock gardens, are becoming increasingly important. They use natural-style designs to encourage resilient and hardy plants. Although these gardens are alluring, not all plants thrive in them. Consider leaving these seven plants at the store instead of growing them in your rock garden.