Growing Guides

Tomato Facts and Myths: the Truth About This Beloved Fruit Tomatoes are among the most beloved vegetables (or fruits, depending on who you ask) grown in suburban gardens across the globe. Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just starting out, understanding the facts and myths surrounding tomatoes can significantly enhance your gardening experience. In […]

Pruning Tomato Plants: A Practical Guide When I planted my first tomato crop in the backyard, I was mostly concerned about watering, sun exposure, and pest control. Pruning wasn’t even on my radar. But after a few seasons of tangled vines, moldy leaves, and underwhelming harvests, I learned: pruning tomato plants is one of the

Hydrangea Care: My Complete Guide to Growing Stunning, Healthy Blooms When I planted my first hydrangea, I thought it would be easy. Dig a hole, stick it in, water it once in a while—how hard could it be? Fast-forward a few months and I was staring at a shriveled stick where my lush shrub was

Strawberry Companion Plants for Sweeter Berries (My Proven Tips) When I first planted strawberries, I figured all they needed was sunshine, water, and a lot of love. Turns out, strawberries are a bit picky about their neighbors—kind of like that one friend who insists on sitting next to you at every dinner party. That’s when

Lavender Companion Plants: Best Matches for a Buzzing Garden Years ago, when I planted my first little lavender patch, I treated it like a diva—special spot, lots of attention, no neighbors. And it flopped. Hard. Turns out, lavender actually loves company—if you pick the right companions! Learning how to choose lavender companion plants not only

Cucumber Companion Plants: Boost Your Harvest Naturally When I first started growing cucumbers, I had no idea that who they shared their space with could make such a huge difference. Over the years, I’ve learned that planting the right cucumber companion plants can mean the difference between a bountiful harvest and a bug-eaten disaster. Today,

Companion Planting Tomatoes: Boost Your Harvest Naturally Over the years, I’ve learned that companion planting tomatoes isn’t just a fun gardening experiment—it’s one of the most effective ways to boost yields, fight pests naturally, and grow healthier plants. Whether you’re growing a few tomato plants on your patio or managing a sprawling backyard garden, knowing