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The Wonderful World of Cal Wonder Peppers
If you’ve ever found yourself staring lovingly at a shiny, blocky, perfectly red bell pepper in your harvest basket and whispering, “You complete me,” then friend, you might already be …
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San Marzano: The Tomato That Stole My Heart
As an avid tomato gardener, let me tell you: San Marzano tomatoes are nothing short of magical. These oblong, bright-red beauties are the secret ingredient behind the best pasta sauce …
How to Master Succession Planting and Avoid Zucchini Glut
Stop being charged with vegetable harassment, leaving your zucchini on your neighbors' doorsteps. Sound familiar? Welcome to the Great Zucchini Glut–a phenomenon so common it’s practically a gardening rite of …
What to Plant in July in USDA Zones 7-8
July in USDA zone 7-8 is when the mercury climbs higher than a cat on a hot tin roof, and the humidity makes you feel like you're wearing a wet …
Growing Sweet Corn in Small Spaces
Last weekend at a friend's barbecue, they excitedly showed me their new plot for growing corn. My friend was so excited that I didn't notice until that very moment, at …
How to Treat Anthracnose Fungus in Strawberries
I love strawberries. They're the perfect little fruit, too. You can cool off on a hot day with a glass of strawberry lemonade. They make a wonderfully sweet addition to …
The Best Type of Manure for Vegetable Gardens
My summer cookouts are not for the faint of heart. It's not that there's anything scary or bad. But conversations tend to skip the polite weather talk and get straight …
How to Avoid Tomato Blossom End Rot
The end of summer signals the beginning of tomato season! So many delicious tomato recipes. And consider canning tomatoes if you have an abundance. But for now, celebrate the fruits …
How to Stop Vegetable Blight from Ruining Tomatoes
I don't like to write about vegetable blight. Usually, when someone starts asking about it, it's already too late. That's especially true in smaller gardens where you may only have …
10 Vertical Vegetable Garden Design Ideas for Small Spaces
My first apartment had a porch the size of a thimble and a backyard with only 10 square feet of green space. At the time, it didn’t occur to me …
