Entries for the 'Gardening Basics' Category

Plant Tomatoes Deep, Deep, Deep

Plant tomatoes deep, deep.

Growing tomatoes breaks the common gardening rule that you shouldn't plant too deeply. Tomato plants should be planted so that a full two-thirds of the plant is underground, creating a better root system.

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Ranking Vegetables for Efficiency

Produce gathered on a table.Learn which vegetable plants give you the greatest yield per square foot with these handy ratings from the National Garden Bureau. Be sure and check this list when planning your vegetable garden.

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Select a Good Site

Select a good site

When planning your garden, make sure your garden site has these three essentials. Picking the right place to plant your herb or vegetable garden is an important part of gardening.

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So What Happens During a Freeze?

Learn how a freeze affects your fall vegetable garden and what to do when one happens. You can protect your plants, especially during early freezes, and still look forward to a full harvest.

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Vegetables in Containers

Planting tomatoes.

Start your container garden with the right pot, plants, and support. As long as there is sunshine and water, you can grow a container garden in virtually any spot.

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Why Does pH Matter?

pH testing kit will help determine what you should use to prime your soil.

Soil pH affects how vital nutrients are delivered to your plants. If your soil pH is too high or too low, your vegetable plants may not be growing to their potential. Use these methods to test and adjust your soil pH.

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Why Grow Your Own Vegetables and Herbs?

Fresh harvest from a vegetable and herb garden.

Whether you're looking to save on your grocery bill or get the freshest, tastiest produce available, there are many reasons to plant an herb garden or vegetable garden. Here are seven good reasons to grow your own vegetables and herbs.

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You Need These Bees in Your Garden

Bees pollinating herbs and vegetables.

Bumble bees, sweat bees, and squash bees will help you get a good harvest of squash, melons, okra, and other crops. Make your garden friendly to them.

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How to Grow Bonnie's Herbs and Vegetables

Learn how to grow any vegetable or herb. Illustrated instructions walk you through planting, care, harvest,  storage, and troubleshooting for each Bonnie vegetable and herb.



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