How—and When—to Water Your Thyme Plants
Thyme is a drought-tolerant plant that needs little water. In fact, overwatering a thyme plant is a sure way to kill it, as soggy soil is an invitation to rot …
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Growing Thyme in Open Land, in Raised Beds, or in Containers
Thyme plants are easy to plant and grow, but they have a few requirements that can affect where you plant them. Most thyme varieties prefer full sun, though some can …
How to Spot, Treat, and Prevent Cherry Diseases
As it grows, a cherry tree, like most fruit trees, may experience issues caused by pests or diseases. Things such as location, weather and upkeep determine which problems your trees …
How to Spot, Treat, and Prevent Brussels Sprout Diseases
Brussels sprout plants can fall victim to a number of diseases, including black rot, downy mildew, and alternaria. Some of these diseases can persist in the soil and require that …
How to Spot, Treat, and Prevent Quinoa Diseases
Fortunately, quinoa plants are relatively resistant to plant diseases. But they aren’t completely immune, so it’s a good idea to review how bacteria, fungi, and viruses can harm your plants. …
The Super Scrumptious Scallion Guide: All You Need to Know About Growing, Harvesting, Cooking, and Eating Delicious Scallions
In this month’s Food Gardening Magazine, you get everything you need to know about scallions—aka green onions—planting scallions, growing scallions, and even replanting green onions/scallions to let them grow again! …
How to Spot, Treat, and Prevent Raspberry Diseases
Raspberry plant diseases are caused by bacteria, fungi, and viruses. The diseases can spread through the soil, water, air, infected tools, animals, and even gardeners themselves. …
Growing Raspberries in Open Land, in Raised Beds, or in Containers
Raspberries are easy to plant and grow, but they have a few requirements than can affect where you plant them. Raspberries hate wet feet, so they require sandy or loamy …
How to Spot, Treat, and Prevent Pea-Plant Diseases
Pea plants are relative free of diseases, especially if you use disease-resistant seeds. Aphids and powdery mildew are the most common offenders. …
How to Spot, Treat, and Prevent Ginger Diseases
Ginger plants are most susceptible to soil-borne diseases. You can help prevent this by planting your ginger in fresh, nutrient-rich, disease-free soil. …
