Cucumber plants are a popular choice for home gardens and greenhouses, but they can be prone to certain issues. One common problem that cucumber growers may encounter is yellowing leaves. Following are 5 major reasons for cucumber leaves turning yellow: It is important to first identify the cause of the yellowing leaves in order to…
Cucumbers are a warm-season vegetable that requires a significant amount of sunlight to grow properly. They prefer full sun, which means at least six hours of direct sunlight per day. However, they can also tolerate some partial shade, especially in areas with extremely hot summers. It’s important to note that the amount of sunlight a…
Planting cucumber seeds at home is a great way to grow your own fresh cucumbers. Whether you’re planting indoors or outdoors, the process is relatively simple. To start, you will need to prepare the soil by mixing in compost or other organic matter to help the seeds germinate. Next, you will need to sow the…
Cucumbers are a popular vegetable that is easy to grow in a home garden. They are typically ready to harvest within 50 to 70 days after planting, depending on the variety and growing conditions. Cucumbers can be grown in a variety of ways, including in a traditional garden, raised beds, or even in containers on…
Training a cucumber to climb can be a fun and rewarding project for gardeners. Cucumbers are naturally climbing plants, and with a little bit of guidance, they can be trained to grow up a trellis or other support structure. This not only saves space in the garden but also makes it easier to harvest cucumbers….
Tomato cages are a popular choice for supporting the growth of tomato plants in a home garden. They are typically made of metal or plastic and are designed to provide support to the plant as it grows, helping it to stay upright and prevent it from falling over. But do tomato cages work? While they…
Tomatoes are a popular and versatile vegetable grown in many home gardens. They thrive in warm, sunny conditions and can be a rewarding addition to any backyard or patio. If you plan on planting tomatoes but still need to do so, you may wonder how soon in the season it is still possible. The good…
Tomatoes are a popular choice for home gardeners in North Carolina, as they are relatively easy to grow and produce an abundance of flavorful fruit. To ensure that your tomato plants thrive, it is essential to plant them at the right time of year. In North Carolina, the best time to plant tomatoes is in…
Tomato plants are famous for home gardens because of their delicious and versatile fruit. These plants are annuals, meaning they complete their lifecycle in one growing season and do not come back the following year. However, tomato plants can be propagated by planting seeds or cuttings from a previous season’s plant, so it is possible…
Tomatoes are a popular and nutritious fruit that many people worldwide enjoy. One of the critical factors in growing healthy and productive tomato plants is ensuring they receive the right amount of Sunlight. But how much Sun do tomatoes need? The answer to this question can vary depending on several factors, such as the type…
Have you ever wished you knew more about irises? Have you ever been on the fence about what type to buy? Have you ever grown irises and wished you could master them better? If so, then this article is for you! This article will help you with your iris needs whether or not you are…
The end of planting season is officially over in North Carolina. For some people, that means they can start their gardens back up again. For others, they are thinking about a garden next year. It depends on how you want to do it. Some people consider the spring months to be planting season, and others…
Have you grown potatoes before? Potatoes are a heavy crop that requires deep, consistent soil. The most important aspects to consider when deciding how to grow potatoes are the sun, the soil, and the season. Potatoes can be grown successfully in almost any climate; however, spring is usually the best time to plant potatoes for…
North Carolina is home to many kinds of weather, patches of fog, and seasons. It has the best climate in the United States. The main thing you will notice when you come here is that there is no such thing as a bad time to plant broccoli. There will be some freezing days and normal…
The Cherokee Purple tomato is a non-hybrid variety that looks similar to a Roma tomato. The Cherokee Purple tomatoes have medium-sized oblate-oblong fruit with a deep purple color. Cherokee Purple tomatoes tend to be redder in their mature state, but they will eventually turn a nice shade of purple after ripening. This tomato is one…
Have you ever wondered how easy it is to grow tomatoes? After all, tomatoes are versatile fruit with many different uses. Tomatoes can be canned in a wide variety of ways and with a variety of methods. Some are better suited to one method than another. For instance, boiling tomatoes are much better suited for…
Have you ever seen oxheart tomatoes before? They are something that I like, and they are not new. Unfortunately, they are very popular in the US. They were discovered in the 1900s. There is a rumor that oxheart tomatoes were named because of the shape of their bottom end, which resembles an ox heart; this…
Have you noticed that your tomato plants are just unbelievably tall and leggy and have no smidgeon of leaves? This is because there are a lot of environmental factors that can influence the size of your tomato plant. This is why it is so important to be careful in your choice of what you plant…
