Eggplants (Solanum melongena) are a member of the Solanaceae family to which tomatoes, potatoes, and peppers also belong. Growing eggplant is common in North America and Australia and references the egg-like appearance of smaller, white fruits. The plant can grow up to six feet tall and may need to be supported. Pinching the terminal buds…
Strawberries aren’t the easiest crops to cultivate in containers, but it is possible if you follow a few simple guidelines. We’ll show you how to start growing strawberries in pots to ensure a big yield in this article. Can You Grow Strawberries In Pots? Strawberries can be grown in pots, but only if you know…
To help our plants grow, we need fertilizer, but when is the ideal time to use it? What kind of fertilizer should we use, and how much of it? For beginners, in particular, choosing the right fertilizers for a vegetable garden can seem difficult and overwhelming. What are those numbers? Which is better, liquids or…
Cutworm is a general term referring to the larval stage/caterpillars of many different moths who live in the soil and tend to feed at the base of plant stems. What does a cutworm look like: Cutworms have a similar appearance. When completely grown, they are smooth with little hairs and roughly two inches long. When…
Growing sage prefers a warm and protected place in full sunlight, but it will also grow well in light or dappled sage, although the flavor is not too strong. It needs slightly fertile, moist, and well-drained soil. That means growing sage during the cool days of spring and fall. And also for growing sage space…
Kale is a bright green leaf that you can eat raw or cooked. Growing kale start from seed to harvest in about three months. This superfood has been on the table since Roman times and has long been common throughout Europe. The vegetables come from the cabbage family, which includes broccoli, cauliflower, and collards. It’s…
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