growing tomatoes

How to Use This Book

How to Use This Book

I’m a firm believer that the best gardening books get dirty, dog-eared, bookmarked, highlighted, favorited, and occasionally splashed with tomato juice. Let’s get one thing out of the way right up  
Why Tomatoes Deserve Their Own A–Z

Why Tomatoes Deserve Their Own A–Z

If there were a popularity contest in the garden, tomatoes wouldn’t just win—they’d run away with the trophy, give an acceptance speech, and still have time to ripen another dozen  
What to Plant in July in USDA Zones 9-10

What to Plant in July in USDA Zones 9-10

Should you really be planting things when you can cook an egg on your patio? The answer is yes! Fear not, my sun-loving friend! While your northern neighbors are harvesting  
When to Start Your Tomato Seeds

When to Start Your Tomato Seeds

I'll admit it, I've been that person scrambling to the local farm stand in May, desperately seeking tomato transplants after my seedlings failed. Again. But after years of bringing home  
What to Plant in December in USDA Zones 9-10

What to Plant in December in USDA Zones 9-10

While the rest of the country is shoveling snow, gardeners in zones 9-10 are still harvesting tomatoes and planting new ones! With average December temperatures ranging from 65°F to 75°F  
What to Plant in October in USDA Zones 9-10

What to Plant in October in USDA Zones 9-10

USDA Hardiness Zones 9-10 are the envy of gardeners across the country, and for good reason. These zones typically cover parts of Florida, southern Texas, Arizona, and coastal areas of