Rachel There’s no denying that birds love strawberries; therefore, as you eagerly await the bountiful strawberry harvest from your garden, so do they. Birds can cause immense damage to your strawberry patch, stripping it clean of its luscious, red fruits before you get an opportunity to enjoy them. So, how can you stop these darn birds … Read more
Are the leaves of your raspberry plants turning yellow, and not because the plants are entering a period of dormancy or just aging? This unmistakably shows that something is amiss. Don’t ignore yellowing leaves on your raspberry plants, as it’s typically more than a cosmetic issue—it’s likely a symptom of an underlying health concern. The … Read more
As a dog owner, you are responsible for your dog’s well-being; part of that responsibility is to ensure they don’t ingest things they shouldn’t. Considering how delicious and juicy strawberries are, you’ve probably wondered, “Can dogs eat strawberries?” The short answer is yes dogs can eat strawberries but in moderation. In fact, it can be … Read more
If you’ve ever grown strawberries on the ground, you know they can spread aggressively and dominate your garden if uncontrolled. So, how can you plant this delicious fruit if you don’t have a sprawling garden? Use containers. You don’t require acres of land to grow strawberries; these trees grow well and easily in containers. Growing … Read more
Give cucumbers a warm, sunny spot, consistent moisture, and rich soils, and they’ll thrive with enthusiasm, producing delicious cucumbers. However, despite being among the easiest, most rewarding, and most forgiving vegetables to grow, their leaves can turn yellow and crispy. Leaf yellowing is typically among the first indicators that something is amiss. You must get … Read more
The arrival of winter, a season characterized by shorter days, icy winds, frost-kissed mornings, crisp air, and intense cold, sees many of us bring potted plants indoors to protect them from harsh winters. Winter often leaves landscapes devoid of life, but your garden or yard doesn’t have to be bare when there are many cold-hardy … Read more
Growing your own strawberries is magical: tending the small strawberry plants or runners, watching your strawberry trees bloom, and eventually producing fruits. But what happens when the work you put into your strawberry garden doesn’t pay off? Picture this: instead of getting the sweet, plump, juicy strawberry fruits similar to those at the grocery store, … Read more
Picture this: you pluck ripe strawberries right from your garden and are ready to savor the sweet, juicy, slightly tangy flavor, but to your disappointment, you are met with a tart, sour taste. Unfortunately, this problem isn’t unique; sometimes, the fruit looks perfect, but the taste doesn’t meet the expectations. The upside is that the … Read more
Healthy tomato plants make fresh, delicious, sun-kissed tomato fruits. Unfortunately, tomato plants are susceptible to pests, diseases, and environmental issues; you may have encountered some during your time growing these highly sought-after fruits. One such issue is yellowing tomato leaves. Various things can cause this problem. Luckily, you can easily fix and even avoid most … Read more
It is summer; your garden is blooming and thriving, birds and pollinators buzzing and singing, and it’s time to enjoy outdoors barbecuing, picnicking, hiking, attending festivals, and camping. Unfortunately, this joyous time is also tick and flea season. These tiny, blood-sucking parasites carry diseases like Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Also, they are pretty annoying, and … Read more