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12 Uses for Dill You Grow at Home

12 Uses for Dill You Grow at Home

Ah, the distinctive aroma and flavor of dill. Grassy with a hint of anise and caraway, every part of this plant is edible. Beyond food, dill has been valued for  …
Planting Dill in the Ground

Planting Dill in the Ground

Dill needs six to eight hours of sunshine in order to thrive. Dill plants also need well-drained soil with a pH of 5.5 to 7.5. Dill is a light plant  …
Where to Grow Green Beans

Where to Grow Green Beans

Green beans thrive on sunshine and well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0. Green beans aren’t too particular about their soil, though, so long as it’s warm enough  …
Dealing with Cauliflower Pests

Dealing with Cauliflower Pests

Vigilance is your best weapon in the fight against cauliflower pests. If you see discoloration, wilting, holes in the leaves, damage to stems or roots, or insect infestation or eggs,  …
Dealing with Squash Pests

Dealing with Squash Pests

Like any garden crop, both winter and summer squash are susceptible to some pests. Here are some of the critters you should look out for, checking every day (you’ll be looking  …
Companion Planting with Chamomile

Companion Planting with Chamomile

Have you heard that some plants grow better with other plants? The Three Sisters method is the epitome of companion planting, with corn, beans, and squash benefiting each other by  …
Potato Pests and How to Prevail Over Them

Potato Pests and How to Prevail Over Them

Stay vigilant for the presence of pests on your potatoes. With a home potato garden, pesticide use is overkill (so to speak); it’s more productive for you to visually inspect  …