When destructive insects such as the leaf-footed bug get into your garden and damage your plants, it is frustrating and may even set your harvest back. Leaf-footed bugs are not dangerous, as they do not harm humans...
One of the places where wood ash is useful is in the garden. Commonly used as a soil amendment, it is a good source of calcium, potassium, phosphorus, and magnesium. Wood ash is the powdery substance that remains after...
It is that time of year again when farmers are going in and amateur and professional gardeners alike are having to brush up on pests. One of these pests is the Black Vine Weevil (Otiorhynchus sulcatus), which is from...
As any good farmer knows, a successful harvest is dependent on knowing the enemies of your crops. One such formidable pest is the cucumber beetle. They are a killer of cucurbits (melons, cucumbers, pumpkin, squash...
Often considered a crop for experienced gardeners, celery is not difficult to grow at home. Moreover, gardening and harvesting your own organic celery makes it cheaper and healthier. Below are a few tips on how to plant...
When a plant lacks a sufficient amount of an essential nutrient required for growth, you will see signs of nutrient deficiency. Plants need a mix of nutrients to grow and remain healthy [1]. For high-yield crops, you...
Every year, as the gardening season arrives, the thought of ground moles that you may have to deal with is of great concern. Through their underground digging activities, moles can cause a lot of damage to your garden...
Home gardening is becoming increasingly popular, with many people turning to growing their own food as a way to save money and eat healthier. One vegetable that is easy to grow at home is turnip. Turnips are a great...
Another delectable vegetable to consider adding to your backyard garden is asparagus. Once established, it will return year after year. As this is a vegetable that will recur time and again, planting the best variety...
An easy vegetable to grow and a great addition to any garden is garlic. It grows well in many climates and soils. However, chill the cloves in the fridge for 30 to 40 days before planting. Pre-plant chilling helps in...