Question: Can you eat cauliflower with black spots? Is it going bad? -Heather G. Answer: Yes, cauliflower with small brown or black spots is often still safe to eat, but it depends on the severity of the discoloration. Cauliflower naturally develops light brown freckle-like spots over time due to oxidation, a harmless reaction caused by prolonged exposure to […]| Gardening Channel
by Matt Gibson Most gardeners are familiar with companion planting in the vegetable garden, finding combinations of compatible plants that grow well in pairs or as a group, such as the famous three sisters combo of squash, corn, and beans. There is also a science to companion planting in the herb garden, and many herbs […] The post Companion Planting: Herbs that Pair Perfectly As Growing Partners appeared first on Gardening Channel.| Gardening Channel
QUESTION: Should you cut the bottom leaves off tomato plants? As a new tomato grower, you might be wondering whether it’s a good idea to trim the lower leaves on your tomato plants. Maybe you’ve noticed that some of the leaves near the base of the plant are yellowing or looking unhealthy, and you’re concerned […] The post Should you cut the bottom leaves off tomato plants? appeared first on Gardening Channel.| Gardening Channel
QUESTION: Should I cut dead leaves off my tomato plant? I’m not sure if they are hurting the plant or keeping it from making more tomatoes. When you’re growing tomatoes, you may find yourself wondering whether it’s worth the effort to trim dead or yellowing leaves from your tomato plants. The answer depends largely on […]| Gardening Channel
By Lars Hundley Recently, the folks over at Vertefarm sent me one of their newly launched indoor home vertical hydroponic gardens at their expense for me to try and out review for Gardening Channel readers. I’ve been using it for just more than a month now and I’m already getting harvests of leafy greens. It’s […]| Gardening Channel
by Jim Alders As spring approaches, homeowners are gearing up to tackle yard work and enjoy their outdoor spaces. However, before firing up lawn mowers, trimmers, and other outdoor power equipment, it’s crucial to prioritize safety and proper maintenance. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) has released a set of guidelines to help consumers ensure […]| Gardening Channel
By Jennifer Poindexter Gardening is a skillset. Don’t ever be convinced otherwise. At times, it can seem overwhelming because there are so many skills wrapped in one activity. One part of gardening you don’t want to miss is saving your seeds. Not only is it avoiding waste, but it also saves you money. Here are […]| Gardening Channel
By Jennifer Poindexter Have you ever tried to grow a garden without having a way to water it? It gets taxing quickly. When I first started gardening, my mother-in-law was my mentor. She was raised during a different time when people gardened to survive. People would often plant where they had available, not where it […]| Gardening Channel
By Jennifer Poindexter Soil is a vital part of gardening. Understanding when it’s best to work it and when you should leave it alone, is important to the overall health of your plants. I’m going to walk you through why it’s important to only work soil when it’s dry instead of wet. This could be […]| Gardening Channel
By Jennifer Poindexter When you’re searching for the right soil to grow crops, it can feel overwhelming. You hear talk about soil acidity, soil type, and soil drainage. Where should you start? In my earlier years of gardening, I felt overwhelmed, too. Until I realized soil drainage was a good starting point. Here’s why I […]| Gardening Channel