Category: Summer
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently updated the plant hardiness zone map, impacting areas like Pittsburg, Kansas. The revision impacts home gardeners, farmers, and growers in the region. Today’s blog will dissect the changes, discuss the impacts on gardening and agriculture, and provide insight into how this update can affect plant selection and […]
Whether you’re a novice home gardener or a beginner seeking advice, today’s blog post will provide valuable insight and tips to succeed at growing tomatoes all season. From choosing the suitable varieties to companion planting and proper care, we’ll explore the world of champion tomatoes.Selecting the Perfect VarietiesAlthough choosing the right champion tomato varieties is […]
When it comes to gardening, timing is everything. By considering regional factors such as temperature ranges and soil conditions unique to each state, you can select plants for planting in July. Before you know it, you’ll have a flourishing garden that thrives despite the challenges posed by summer weather conditions.So understanding regional considerations is crucial […]
A winter greenhouse is incredibly productive for winter harvests. However, unheated structures can still capture solar energy and shelter a wide variety of cold-tolerant crops like kale, carrots, leeks, scallions, carrots, and spinach.In some households, it can become the heart of your kitchen during the cold season months, providing homegrown vegetables and herbs from November […]
As summer temperatures tip the scales into the triple digits, many gardeners across the four states struggle to keep their gardens thriving. Although, many plants react differently to rising temperatures.How Summer Temperatures Affect GardensIn the past week or more, you’ve probably received alerts from the National Weather Service about extreme heat advisories. That has likely […]