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Peak gardening season has arrived, and it is time to focus on a true garden staple: the tomato. Essential Tomato Growing Tips Plant Deeply: Tomatoes are unique because the hairy fibers along their stems can turn into roots if buried. Planting them deep, or even on their side if they are leggy, helps them become well-established. Improve Airflow:Once a plant is established, remove the lower leaves. This reduces disease pressure and helps prevent mold by increasing airflow at the base. Provide...

After a long northern winter, seeing the first signs of life in the garden is incredibly refreshing. Even when it snows in May, these early bloomers remind us that winter doesn't last forever. If you are gardening in Zone 3, here are several hardy perennials—plants that come back year after year—to bring early color to your landscape. Shade and Part-Shade Options Don't be afraid of shade gardening! There are many wonderful options that thrive in lower light. Bergenia Pig Squeak Bergenia (Pig...

I recently celebrated a major milestone—I turned 30! Looking back on my 20s, it was a decade full of memories, including getting married, starting the greenhouse and having three children. To kick off my 30s, I wanted to share 30 random gardening facts, tips, and pieces of information that might not otherwise get their own dedicated spotlight. Whether you are a seasoned gardener with dirt permanently under your nails or a beginner wondering if you're doing it right, I hope you find something...