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These Beautiful Flowers Will Help Your Zucchini Grow Bigger Than Ever

staff@chowhound.com (Megan Shoop-Volz) — Sun, 03 May 2026 14:05:00 +0000

Zucchini is a great vegetable to grow in your garden, but sometimes it needs a little help. This stunning flower is surprisingly effective.

Neighborhood Fruit Tree Etiquette: How To Pick Produce Without Making Enemies

staff@chowhound.com (Tim Forster) — Sun, 03 May 2026 12:05:00 +0000

If you've ever run into an awkward tiff between neighbors about picking fruit from someone else's tree, here's what to know about the laws of the situation.

Can't Get Your Garden Tomatoes To Ripen? This Could Be Why

staff@chowhound.com (Georgina Jedikovska) — Fri, 01 May 2026 08:05:00 +0000

If you grow your own garden tomatoes, you may have had troubles getting them to ripen properly. This common cause could be your culprit.

How To Prevent Ground Ivy From Taking Over Your Vegetable Garden

staff@chowhound.com (Macy Sandel) — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 03:25:00 +0000

Ground ivy, much like mint, can rapidly take over your vegetable garden if you let it spread. Here's how you can stop it before it's too late.

Old Curtain Rods Are The Key To Creating The Cutest Indoor Herb Garden

staff@chowhound.com (Megan Shoop-Volz) — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:25:00 +0000

Don't have enough space on or near your kitchen windowsill for an herb garden? Here's how to DIY one with curtain rods to maximize your vertical space.

Is There Any Way To Protect Your Vegetable Garden From A Sudden Overnight Freeze?

staff@chowhound.com (Betsy Parks) — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:35:00 +0000

Hearing there may be a sudden frost or freeze after you've painstakingly planted your garden can be a great cause for concern. Can you save your plants?

The Sturdy Tomato Variety Gardeners Turn To Year After Year

staff@chowhound.com (Georgina Jedikovska) — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:35:00 +0000

When you're searching for the best tomato plant options for your garden, consider this particular cultivar that all other tomatoes are compared to.

Why Growing Tomatoes Directly In A Bag Of Potting Soil Is Actually A Brilliant Idea

staff@chowhound.com (Craig Mattson) — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 10:05:00 +0000

Planting tomatoes directly in a bag of potting soil is a simple container gardening hack that's ideal for small spaces and beginner gardeners.

Here's Why Your Tomato Plant's Leaves Turned Yellow (And How To Fix It)

staff@chowhound.com (Macy Sandel) — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 11:05:00 +0000

Seeing yellow leaves on your tomato plants? There are lots of different issues that can cause yellowing leaves. Here's how to identify and fix the problem.

Got A Little Extra Kitchen Foil? Make Your Vegetable Garden A Safe Haven For Hummingbirds

staff@chowhound.com (Crystal Antonace) — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 23:25:00 +0000

Besides being a sight to see, hummingbirds can be a boon to your vegetable garden. If you have a feeder to attract them, use foil to keep it safe from the sun.

Create The Cutest Herb Garden With This Charming Aldi Find

staff@chowhound.com (Craig Mattson) — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:25:00 +0000

Aldi frequently has seasonal Finds, ready to offer you a way to upgrade something simple, like this herb garden product that can enhance your garden and meals.

What San Marzano Tomatoes Need To Thrive In Your Garden

staff@chowhound.com (Georgina Jedikovska) — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 20:05:00 +0000

San Marzano tomatoes come from a fertile area near Naples, but you can grow them in your garden, too. Just keep these factors in mind for a flourishing harvest.

The Vibrant, Beautiful Fruit Tree You Should Plant To Attract Hummingbirds

staff@chowhound.com (Julia Mullaney) — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:25:00 +0000

Hummingbirds are truly majestic creatures. To increase your chances of seeing them, plant this tree that boasts gorgeous foliage and underrated fruit.

'I Ate 10 All At Once': Martha Stewart Can't Stop Eating This Fruit From Her Garden

staff@chowhound.com (Tim Forster) — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:05:00 +0000

Celebrity chef and media mogul Martha Stewart loves this one unique fruit. It's brown, wrinkly, and needs to overripen before it's ready to eat.

New To Gardening? Grow Tomatoes Easier Using This Tip

staff@chowhound.com (Georgina Jedikovska) — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:55:00 +0000

If you're growing your own tomatoes in your garden this year, there's an expert tip you should follow. Here's why it can make or break your homegrown tomatoes.

Easily Start A Mini Garden With This Cheap Laundry Staple

staff@chowhound.com (Megan Shoop-Volz) — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:05:00 +0000

Starting a garden doesn't need to be as difficult as you think it is. You can get a mini garden growing with this simple (and cheap) laundry tool.

The Best Time Of Day To Plant Tomatoes Might Catch You Off Guard

staff@chowhound.com (Tim Forster) — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 15:05:00 +0000

The best time to plant tomatoes probably isn't when you think it is. Here's what you need to know before setting up your backyard garden.

Why Garlic Is One Of The Best Companion Plants For Tomatoes That Thrive

staff@chowhound.com (Amber Sutherland-Namako) — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 18:25:00 +0000

Tomatoes and garlic pair well together from seed to plate. Planting your garlic near your tomatoes helps to deter pests, keep soil moist, and prevent weeds.

This Fan-Favorite Walmart Planter Is An Absolute Must For Your Tomato Garden

staff@chowhound.com (Megan Shoop-Volz) — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 02:25:00 +0000

This popular Walmart planter can you help you grow more tomatoes and keep your garden healthier along the way. Here's why so many shoppers love it.

Grow Healthier Herbs This Year With A Genius Pool Noodle Hack

staff@chowhound.com (Megan Shoop-Volz) — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 19:35:00 +0000

If you want your herbs to thrive both indoors and outside this year, you should try this affordable pool noodle hack to upgrade your herb planters.