Fall is upon us, and although the weather might be on the chillier side, that doesn’t mean your gardening chores have to be put on the back burner. In fact, fall is the time to tidy your garden after all that summer growth and prepare it for next spring. We spoke with professional horticulturalists, landscapers…
Growing any autumn crop in your garden requires some dedication, attention, and the ultimate fall to-do list for the garden of your dreams. But you can’t just follow a generic to-do list and hope it works for all your plants. Each crop has specific needs and considerations that can impact your harvest, and pumpkins (Cucurbita…
Nothing rattles a gardener faster than spotting the first signs of blight on a tomato. The brown spots creep in, leaves start to yellow, and before you know it, the plant looks like it’s waving a white flag. Tomato blight is one of the most common diseases and problems with garden tomatoes. It comes in…
Christopher Chung / The Press Democrat file Sonoma County Master Gardeners hosts a workshop on Oct. 11 on composting, vermiculture and more. Santa Rosa Be nice to the Earth: scraps to soil In honor of North Bay Zero Waste Week, Sonoma County Master Gardeners is hosting an event featuring hands-on activities, workshops and giveaways for…
There’s good news and bad news at Trident Technical College: we now have crape myrtle scale. The good news is horticulture students get firsthand exposure to this invasive pest. The bad news is we have crape myrtle scale. If you’ve noticed your crape myrtles looking a little dirty, you’re not alone. Charleston’s favorite summer-flowering tree…
Todd’s wife Rachel puts her foot down! She wants landscaping in front of their porch. PORTLAND, Maine — While the gardening season is winding down, it’s the perfect time to tackle some big projects like landscaping. After more than ten years in their home, Todd’s wife Rachel put her foot down! She wants landscaping in…
Pollinators are the quiet powerhouses of the garden, keeping fruits, veggies, and flowers going strong. But with shrinking habitats and shifting climates, they could use a little backup. If you’ve been wondering how to bring more pollinators into your yard and garden without spending too much money, the trick might be hiding in plain sight….
FreshSplash / Getty Images Key Points Save tasks like watering, pruning, and seeding for evening when it’s cooler and less stressful for plants. Midday heat causes water to evaporate and chemicals to burn plants, reducing effectiveness. Evening gardening is easier on you and helps with weeding, transplanting, and crisp veggie harvests. Tending to your lawn…
