We have been growing nearly all of our tomato plants organically from seed for 15 years now. And it never gets old watching a tiny seed develop into a strong, vibrant plant. But so many shy away from growing their own plants because they think it’s simply too difficult and time consumin...
Plants are hardy and prolific producers, even in the … Candyland: this current tomato thrives in hanging baskets Not rated yetThe first time I got a Candyland plant from a nursery I wasn’t familiar with it. The vine seemed to be growing horizontally so I took a chance and put … ...
This proudly bohemian district – one of the most fun neighborhoods in Toronto –is appealingly scruffy, and it's studded with vintage shops, unique boutiques and varied art spaces. Don't miss the famous "garden car," with herbs, flowers, tomato plants and even a lawn growing out of a ...
Unless you're doing something really intense (like studying dense material) or really boring (like housework), a break every 25 minutes can feel disruptive. But even if you don't stick exactly to the Pomodoro Technique's time blocks, the underlying principles are really powerful—and the same...
Are you ready to add lush greenery and vibrant colors to your home? The popular African violet is an excellent choice. These fuzzy-leaved, delicate, low-growing plants are known for their 25 Reasons Why April Is The Perfect Time to Start These Garden Seeds ...
The one problem with tomato plants is that they are susceptible to a few different types of diseases that will affect how many tomatoes you will get from your plants. And the last thing you want after spending the time and effort to grow tomatoes is to not get any!
While it’s most convenient to go with an off-the-shelf tomato fertilizer (likethis organic option from Espomaorthis one from Dr. Earth, both of which I’ve used for a long time with good results), it’s worth putting in a little extra effort to make sure your tomato plants truly re...
Using a cold start promotes even cooking, so the outsides of the potatoes won’t overcook by the time the insides are done. Even cooking is also why you want to cut potatoes before boiling, instead of boiling them whole. Add salt to the cooking water to flavor the potatoes from the...
If you live in a windy area, it’s a good idea to support your potato plants with trellis or tomato cages to protect the tender stems like here by goexplorechilterns.How often do you water potatoes in a bucket or a bag?Do not let the soil dry out when growing potatoes. During hot...
How to keep ferns alive: These ferns grow best in bright light, with some shading from midday sun. Poor light can be tolerated for short periods of time if topped up daily with artificial light. Plants will continue to grow all year round in ordinary room temperature but will cease at 10C...