Caterpillars in the garden can be so frustrating! We don't want them eating our veggies, but no caterpillars means no moths or butterflies. Pollinator enthusiast Melissa Strauss has some tips on keeping these pests away from your crops without harming them and other beneficial insects.
Potatoes are one of the easiest root vegetables to grow in the home garden. They sprout from enlarged roots, called tubers, that work like seeds. Because of their unique sprouting process, potatoes may run into snags like diseases, pests, and poor growing conditions. Watch for problems, and try these recommended solutions from seasoned grower Jerad Bryant.
To get the crisp, juicy summer crunch of a homegrown cucumber, scouting for invading insects becomes part of their care. The easy, productive vines are susceptible to common garden pests, as well as cucurbit specialists. Join gardening expert Katherine Rowe in the insects we want around our cucurbits and the cucumber pests to prevent.
Growing fruit trees has its ups and downs, and it takes work to grow your own delicious, juicy peaches. Peach leaf curl can certainly throw in wrench into the process. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to talk about where this disease comes from and what you can do about it.
Budworms are pesky moth larvae that eat tobacco, hemp, and petunias! They’re most common in warm, southern states, though they can spread into colder regions. Follow this in-depth guide to identify, prevent, and treat budworm infestations.
Basil is a highly rewarding, productive, and easy-care herb to grow. But, it’s also susceptible to common garden problems and has a couple all its own. To avoid declining leaves that deprive us of their bright flavor, gardening expert Katherien Rowe looks at the primary causes and remedies to revitalize the summertime favorite.
While basil is one of the easiest summer herbs to grow, it's not immune to common problems. If your basil is dying, you don’t have a black thumb; it likely needs a shift in cultural conditions or may be a victim of pests or diseases. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe outlines top basil problems to watch for and fixes if they crop up.
Powdery mildew is an unruly fungal pathogen that can wreak havoc on your garden! It converts healthy green leaves to gray, white, and fuzzy ones. Though some infections are expected, you can mitigate their spread with these 11 pro tips from seasoned grower Jerad Bryant.
Just when your lilies are putting on their spectacular show, lily beetle grubs can turn prized blooms into skeletal remains. Learning to identify and control these destructive pests in all life stages is crucial for protecting your garden's crown jewels. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains how to spot, stop, and prevent lily beetle grubs from devastating your lilies.
Tomatoes should grow short, stocky, and thick when they’re young. They need sufficient light, water, and warmth to form healthy stems and leaves. Join seasoned grower Jerad Bryant to discover the seven reasons for tall, spindly tomato plants.
Tomato pith necrosis is a deadly pathogen caused by several species of bacteria. It commonly infects greenhouse-grown tomatoes but can also spread to tomatoes growing in open fields. Learn how to identify, prevent, and treat this disease with this easy-to-follow guide.
If you’re having issues with your tomato plants this year, we can help! Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to discuss some potential stressors and how you can fix them in time for a bountiful harvest.