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How to Grow Heirloom Tomatoes: 10 Tips for Success

How to Grow Heirloom Tomatoes: 10 Tips for Success

Has growing tomatoes always been on your list of aspirational hobbies? Do mouthwatering heirlooms make your heart skip a beat and add a spring to your step? Are you excited to try out your new gardening shovel and sun hat, but need a little bit of reassurance to help make your…

How Tall Does A Mexican Heather Plant Get?

How Tall Does A Mexican Heather Plant Get?

With its delicate-looking flowers and rich foliage, Mexican heather is perhaps the most common Cuphea species grown in U.S. gardens. It's typically grown as a heat-loving perennial in the south and summer-specific annual in the north because of its tenderness to frost. But with…

How Do I Get Rid of Aphids on My Plants?

How Do I Get Rid of Aphids on My Plants?

A typical issue for organic gardeners is aphids. These tiny bugs wreak havoc on plants by siphoning their juices and injecting harmful chemicals directly into the plant. Although they are little, you may observe wilted leaves or yellowing foliage after an infestation. Aphids are…

How to Freeze Green Beans From the Garden

How to Freeze Green Beans From the Garden

Green beans are a wonderful option to grow in your garden, but if you want to freeze green beans, it's important to avoid some common issues. In this article, we're going to walk you through how to do it properly so you can enjoy your home-grown green beans year-round. How to…