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What’s the Deal with Flies Eating Plants?

What’s the Deal with Flies Eating Plants?

I love gardening. I also sometimes hate gardening. Well, hate might be a strong word. But we all have those immensely frustrating moments when it seems like everything goes wrong.  
Flower Power for Your Veggie Patch

Flower Power for Your Veggie Patch

A few years ago, I noticed that my fruit and vegetable garden wasn't quite thriving as I had hoped. Unpollinated cucumber blossoms here, wimpy squash blossoms there...the plants seemed to  
Companion Crops: Growing Better Together

Companion Crops: Growing Better Together

Just like in life, having good friends can make all the difference in the garden. When it comes to growing fruits and vegetables, some plants simply bring out the best