While most plants need at least six hours of sun to thrive, too much sun, especially in combination with higher-than-normal ...

In July, “June gloom” gives way to summer heat. Days are long. Tomatoes finally ripen. Summer fruits are warm on the tree.

Another story advises against the indiscriminate use of insecticides, encouraging natural pest management to maintain a ...

Learn how to grow cool-season veggies in summer heat using shade cloth. From setup to maintenance, discover tips for thriving plants all season long.

Specialty producers exporting to China have been hit just as hard as soybeans and beef. But they often have fewer alternative ...

Pests and diseases are biotic factors that impact an ecosystem and its organisms. Examples: those deer mowing your hostas to ...

One of my favorite summer memories growing up in the Midwest is eating delicious vine-ripened tomatoes. Absolutely delightful ...

Government House plant sales. The Nursery at Government House, 1401 Rockland Ave., is holding sales of perennial plants on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., every week through to Sept.

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Shade percentage: This refers to the amount of sunlight the cloth blocks. 30–50%: Ideal for most vegetables and flowers that need partial protection. 60–90%: Best for shade-loving plants (like ...