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Onion Fertilizers Could Be Sabotaging Your Bulb's Shelf Life

staff@chowhound.com (Georgina Jedikovska) — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 20:05:00 +0000

If your onion bulbs are prone to rot and pest damage in storage, the culprit could be your fertilizers. Here's how these nutrients could be sabotaging you.

Growing Spicier Peppers Is Easy With This Gardening Tip

staff@chowhound.com (Georgina Jedikovska) — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 17:35:00 +0000

If you want your peppers to be spicier, all you need to do is make this easy shift to your gardening routine to bring out extra heat.

The Garden Pest That's Causing Mysterious Holes In Your Cabbage And How To Stop It For Good

staff@chowhound.com (Amara Michelle) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 19:05:00 +0000

If you go to the trouble of planting your own cabbage, you don't want to see it eaten by this garden pest. Here's how to stop it from ruining your efforts.

Grow The Healthiest Basil With These 14 Tips

staff@chowhound.com (Sara Klimek) — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 23:15:00 +0000

Follow our simple tips for fresh basil all season long, whether growing indoors or outdoors, from choosing the right spot to harvesting healthy leaves.

Does Fertilizer Ever Go Bad? Here's What To Consider

staff@chowhound.com (Tim Forster) — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:05:00 +0000

If you like to buy your fertilizer in bulk, you might be worried about it going bad before you have time to fully use it. Here's what to know.

The Low-Maintenance Pepper Variety That Gardeners Turn To Year After Year

staff@chowhound.com (Georgina Jedikovska) — Sat, 30 May 2026 13:05:00 +0000

If you want to add some tasty, homegrown spice to your dishes, try growing this Bolivian pepper. It's sturdy, yields plentiful fruit, and is easy to harvest.

These 7 Companion Plants Will Help Your Zucchini Grow Bigger Than Ever

staff@chowhound.com (Becki Robins) — Sat, 23 May 2026 16:15:00 +0000

If you're gearing up to start your garden and zucchini is on your mind, here are some plants that will help you have an even better harvest.

2 Ways To Use Potato Peels In Your Garden For Better Soil

staff@chowhound.com (Georgina Jedikovska) — Mon, 18 May 2026 17:25:00 +0000

Potato peels are as versatile as the delicious starch they protect, and not just as snacks. They're also incredible fuel for your garden.

Protect Your Tomatoes From Heat Waves With This Simple Tip

staff@chowhound.com (Jennifer Magid) — Sun, 17 May 2026 11:05:00 +0000

High temperatures can damage your tomatoes before you even realize what hit them. Keep them a bit safer from the sun by trying this simple tip.

A Garden Tomato Can Go From Perfect To Ruined Overnight If You Ignore This

staff@chowhound.com (Megan Shoop-Volz) — Sat, 16 May 2026 17:05:00 +0000

If you're growing tomatoes in your garden, you might want to harvest them at this point to prevent them from possibly being ruined on the vine.

The Key To Thriving Tomato Plants Is Hiding In Your Bathroom Cabinet (But There's A Catch)

staff@chowhound.com (Georgina Jedikovska) — Fri, 15 May 2026 16:35:00 +0000

Tomato plants giving you trouble? If the leaves are looking yellow or pale, and you suspect your soil might be lacking in magnesium, this could save the day.

The 6 Best Vegetables For Beginner Gardeners To Grow

staff@chowhound.com (Lauren Summers) — Mon, 11 May 2026 16:15:00 +0000

If you want to enter your gardening era and start growing some produce yourself, our experts have helped us to decide which veggies are the best for beginners.

Why Growing Multiple Tomato Varieties Together Can Backfire

staff@chowhound.com (Macy Sandel) — Mon, 11 May 2026 03:25:00 +0000

If you're planning on starting a tomato garden, you may not want to plant a bunch of different varieties at random. Here's why it can backfire.

Planting This Next To Your Cucumbers Will Give You A Way Healthier Harvest

staff@chowhound.com (Megan Shoop-Volz) — Sun, 10 May 2026 03:25:00 +0000

If you're thinking about growing cucumbers in your garden this summer, plant this common vine alongside them to ensure a healthy, robust harvest.

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?