Vegetables & Herbs
Growing your own food! Vegetable gardens, herb gardens, and edible landscaping.
How can I ensure my heirloom tomatoes get enough nutrients in small containers?
I'm really excited about trying heirloom tomatoes on my NYC balcony this season! 🌱 I've got a couple of 5-gallon containers lined up and I've done som...
What soil amendments are best for growing heirloom tomatoes?
I'm always looking for ways to improve soil quality in my urban garden, especially for my heirloom tomato plants. My garden soil has a decent texture,...
How can I improve the flavor of my heirloom tomatoes?
I'm growing a few different heirloom tomato varieties in my urban garden, and I've noticed that some of them taste way better than others! I’ve been u...
Are there any special soil amendments needed for lion's mane mushrooms?
I’m diving into mushroom cultivation and have my eye on lion's mane! My garden soil is a mix of compost and native soil, which works great for my pere...
What substrate should I use for lion's mane mushrooms in my backyard?
As an architect turned gardener, I’ve been experimenting with growing different types of mushrooms in my backyard. I’ve tried a variety of substrates,...
What are the common pest problems with heirloom tomatoes?
Hey fellow gardeners! I’m just starting my first vegetable garden, and I’m particularly excited about growing heirloom tomatoes. However, I’ve been re...
How to identify and address common pests in lion's mane mushroom cultivation?
I'm finding that my lion's mane mushroom cultivation has attracted some unwelcome visitors lately. I’ve been meticulous with hygiene and maintaining a...
How do I manage heirloom tomato varieties in limited sunlight on my balcony?
I'm living in a fifth-floor apartment in NYC with a north-facing balcony, and I'm really keen on growing heirloom tomatoes this season. I've heard tha...
What's the best way to fertilize my heirloom tomatoes?
Hello everyone! As I dive into my gardening adventure, I'm eager to learn how to properly fertilize my heirloom tomatoes. I know nutrition is key for ...
Help! My vegetable seedlings are getting leggy. What should I do?
Help! My vegetable seedlings are getting leggy. What should I do?...
How often should I be watering my cucumber seedlings during the summer?
How often should I be watering my cucumber seedlings during the summer?...
Should I cover my seedlings with row covers during cool nights?
Should I cover my seedlings with row covers during cool nights?...
Is it too late to plant cilantro for fall harvest?
Is it too late to plant cilantro for fall harvest?...
Yellow leaves on tomato plants - nutrient deficiency or overwatering?
My tomato plants are about 2 feet tall and growing in 5-gallon containers on my balcony. Over the past week, the lower leaves have started turning yel...
