Bob’s Blog
Diagnosing and Treating Summer Garden Problems
Summer's heat and humidity can turn your thriving vegetable garden into a battleground for pests and diseases. The warm, moist conditions create an ideal environment for fungal pathogens to flourish, bacterial infections to spread, and insect populations to explode. But don't despair— with proactive strategies, you can keep your tomatoes, cucumbers, and zucchini healthy and productive.
Gardening Tasks to Tackle at the Start of Summer
Whether you’re tending to vegetables, flowers, or a mix of both, here are key tasks to prioritize at the start of summer to ensure your garden flourishes.
Early Spring Harvests
Let’s dive into the joy of harvesting spring vegetables, what to look for, and how to make the most of your fresh produce.
Dividing Perennials
Spring is the perfect time to give your perennial garden a refresh, and one of the best ways to do that is by dividing your plants. Dividing perennials not only rejuvenates them but also helps control their size, encourages vigorous growth, and gives you more plants to spread around your garden or share with friends. Here’s a step-by-step guide to dividing perennials in spring, along with tips to ensure success.
Hardening Off Seedlings
If you’ve been starting seedlings indoors, now it’s almost time to move them to their permanent home in your garden. But before you dig that first hole, there’s a critical step you can’t skip: hardening off.
Spring Garden Glow Up
Spring is in the air, and with it comes the perfect opportunity to breathe new life into your garden.