Late summer droughts spell trouble for fruit and nut trees! Their roots dry quickly, leading to fruit drop and poor yields. These 11 species need extra water near the end of the growing season. Join expert grower Jerad Bryant to discover which of your trees needs special care this season.
As grapes turn purple, light green, and merlot in color, you may notice white spots growing on the vine’s foliage! The late summer garden is especially susceptible to powdery mildew. Prevention is the best solution, and these straightforward treatments address the issue before it spreads further.
Why not both? Mums and marigolds are superb flowers for gardens, veggie plots, and front doorsteps. They’re both incredibly decorative, but they have key differences in their growing habits. Learn which is best for you and your garden alongside seasoned grower Jerad Bryant.
Blossom end rot is the last thing you’d expect on your squash. You go to harvest the vegetables, only to find brown, black, and mushy spots on their bottoms! Don’t worry; this condition isn’t a disease. Join seasoned grower Jerad Bryant to learn how to fix it.
Giant vegetables expand larger than your head! Beets, gourds, and pumpkins are common giant veggies, though there is a plethora of types to choose from. Select one from these 17 choice varieties recommended by seasoned grower Jerad Bryant.
Dozens of weeds look like grass! Some of them are true grasses, while the others are look-alikes that behave similarly. You may let them grow and take over, or act with diligence to remove them. Learn how to identify and control these 11 most common garden invaders with native plant gardener Jerad Bryant.
Geraniums, or pelargoniums, are many gardeners’ favorite summer flowers! These South African native plants love the sun, but they can suffer from too much heat in the summertime. Keep your geranium plants happy with consistent care, as recommended by former nurseryman Jerad Bryant.
Homemade bread doesn’t have to consist of white flour. Mix things up and throw some whole grains in the dough! Grains are nutritious and delicious, and they create rich-flavored bread that’s impossible to put down. Whether you’re using yeast or a sourdough starter, these grains are perfect to grow at home if you make bread.
Cold-hardy evergreen shrubs are indispensable! They provide year-round color despite winter cold and summer heat. The blue star juniper is one such plant. It’s a dwarf cultivar that has a blue tinge to its foliage. In this article, seasoned grower Jerad Bryant shares how to plant, grow, and care for this shrub.
Composting doesn’t need to be complicated! There are many different ways to recycle garden debris and kitchen scraps. Try this low-hassle compost method from certified lazy gardener Jerad Bryant.
Compost piles should be full of bugs! Composting relies on fly larvae, worms, and microbes that convert decaying organic matter into humus. Other pests, like raccoons and rats, are not good for compost. Join longtime composter Jerad Bryant and learn how to prevent these critters from raiding your piles.
Cat poop is the last thing you want to see next to your plants! It’s yucky near your crops, and it’s best not to grow vegetables where there’s lots of it. Cat lover and backyard gardener Jerad Bryant shares how to both handle and prevent cat poop in the garden beds.