Is my zucchini done, or should I give it more time?
My zucchini has barely put out new leaves or blooms lately, even though I water and feed it and it gets plenty of sun. I removed a few…
vegetable gardening
Was this cucumber plant actually a zucchini?
I was given a plant that was supposed to be a cucumber, but it looks more like zucchini. What should I look for to tell them apart?
Are my peas and beans basically done for the season?
My peas are producing a lot and the beans have just started. Is the season nearly over, or can the plants keep growing and producing?
Is a black patch on an unripe pepper a bad sign?
I have a pepper that is still green, with a dark patch on the skin. Can that just be discoloration, or should I avoid eating it?
What would you grow through a hot-climate winter?
Summer here can reach 50°C, then autumn gradually cools. By December and January, days are around 20°C and nights near 10°C, though a cold snap can bring temperatures…
Why Do My Homegrown Spring Onions Get Slimy Inside?
I'm having a bit of a problem with my homegrown spring onions. While store-bought ones never seem slimy, the ones I grow in my garden always end up…
Is In-Ground Soil Good for My Vegetable Grow Bags?
Hey everyone! I'm new to gardening and growing my first veggies (French beans and zucchini) in 5-gallon soil bags. The ground soil where I live in North Central…
Is It Normal for My Overwintering Garlic to Sprout?
I planted some Solent Wight garlic cloves about a week ago for overwintering, as I heard this was the best time. However, I've noticed that almost all of…
What's the Best Way to Store Seed Potatoes Over Winter?
I've just harvested a bunch of potatoes in upstate New York and I'm hoping to save many of them for planting next season. It's my first time attempting…
When Should I Harvest My Potatoes: Wait for Dry Soil or Dig Now?
Hey everyone! I'm a gardener based in Minnesota, and my potatoes are looking ready for harvest. We've had a dry month, but it rained for the last three…
What’s the Best Way to Store Dried Beans After Harvest?
Hey everyone! I just harvested my first crop of drying beans and let them dry on the vine. I picked all the dried pods right before a rainstorm,…
Do I Need to Water My Garlic After Planting?
I'm planting garlic for the first time, but my soil is super dry since we haven't had much rain this summer. I worked the ground, which was rock…
How Long Can Soft Neck and Hard Neck Garlic Be Stored?
I'm curious about the storage differences between soft neck and hard neck garlic. I've read that soft neck garlic typically lasts longer than hard neck, but I'm not…
Help Me Decide: Which Sweet Peppers Should I Grow Next Year?
I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed with all the sweet pepper options available! For next year, I'm on the hunt for a highly productive sweet pepper variety that produces…
How Can I Ripen My Green Tomatoes Before Frost?
I usually grow my tomatoes from seeds, but this year I bought a plug plant from the garden center. One of my plants had blossom end rot, so…
Tips for Growing Cucumbers for First-Time Gardeners
I just started growing cucumbers, but I'm really worried because they haven't even sprouted yet! This is my first time gardening. Can anyone give me some tips on…
What Should I Plant for Fall and Winter Gardening in Zone 7b?
I've just started gardening this year in May and live in gardening zone 7b. I've set up raised beds and planted a variety of veggies like cucumbers, eggplant,…
Help! My Carrot Seedlings Are Leggy After Covering Them Too Long—What Can I Do?
I recently planted some carrot seeds in my raised bed and covered them with cardboard. Unfortunately, I forgot to check on them and they ended up sprouting too…
How Long Can I Leave My Potatoes in the Ground After Harvest?
Hey everyone! I just grew potatoes for the first time, and I'm really surprised by how many I pulled from the plants I dug up! Now that the…
Can Green Tomatoes Still Ripen on the Vine?
Hey fellow gardeners! I'm in Zone 6 in NE Ohio, and my tomato plants were a bit slow this season due to a chilly May. They've got a…