Spider Mites in Late-Summer Heat: How to Tell It’s Not Just Drought Stress By late summer, a plant with pale, dry-looking leaves seems easy to diagnose: it needs more water. …
A pepper plant can look perfectly healthy in midsummer—deep green leaves, vigorous stems, and plenty of flowers—yet produce almost no peppers. When gardeners see pepper plants flowering no fruit heat …
The first cold nights of fall can bring an herb garden to an abrupt end. Basil may turn dark after exposure to chilly temperatures, while tougher herbs such as parsley, …
Table of Contents Powdery Mildew on Squash and Cucumbers: Why It Shows Up Every Late Summer If you grow squash, pumpkins, zucchini, or cucumbers, you’ve probably seen it before: white, …
Introduction Terracotta pots are a timeless favorite among gardeners. Their natural clay construction allows air to reach plant roots, their warm earthy color suits almost any garden, and they age …
Introduction Growing vegetables and flowers in containers has one major challenge that traditional garden beds don’t: water disappears quickly. A sunny balcony, rooftop, or patio can dry out a container …
Introduction Most garden containers have a predictable lifespan. Plastic eventually becomes brittle under sunlight, untreated wood gradually decays, and metal may rust or overheat in summer. Concrete planters, however, follow …