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…

Have you noticed your tomato leaves turning purple? There are many reasons why tomato leaves can turn purple. When growing tomatoes or any other type of foliage, it is important to take note of garden pests. Many times pests are not visible. However, it is good to have some knowledge of the insects, worms, and…

Have you ever thought about growing peppers? You’ve probably heard about their health benefits, but now there’s a new way to include fresh peppers in your diet! Green pepper is a type of pepper with a mild flavor. Green peppers are also used in many dishes and snacks and consumed as a fresh vegetables. Here’s…

Have you ever wondered how long a tomato plant can live? It depends on the variety of your tomato plant, to what extent you grow them, and other conditions. (determinate or indet tomatoes) tomato plants can live for several years if they receive enough light and water. But they will die off if they are…