Nitrogen is one of the three primary macronutrients that are essential to plant life. More specifically, it is vital for the formation of chlorophyll, the compound needed for photosynthesis, the process whereby sunlight is converted into energy that plants can use. It is also a key element in the production…
Vegetable and flower plants need proper amounts of macro and micronutrients in order to flourish. Macronutrients are nutrients that plants need in larger quantities, while micronutrients are needed in lesser amounts. In this article you will learn what each of the macro and micronutrients are, why they are important, and…
Learn everything you need to know to identify, control, and prevent cabbage root maggots from harming brassica crops such as cabbage, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, radishes, kohlrobi, collards, and turnips . Okra In My Garden
Learn how to identify sweet potato scurf and distinguish it from other fungal diseases. Also, learn how you can prevent it from taking over the harvest. And discover whether or not you can eat infected tubers.
Sweet potatoes are a popular crop with home gardeners and commercial growers alike. The sweet root vegetable is easy to grow and a nutritious side dish to be enjoyed throughout the year, not just at Thanksgiving. But just like other root vegetables such as carrots, turnips, and beets, sweet potatoes…
Learn how to identify and organically eliminate this destructive pest so it won't destroy your sweet potato crop!
If you want your garden to thrive, it is important to know the type of soil it contains. Soil type or texture, as it is also called, determines the soil’s ability to retain moisture, drain properly, and provide plants the nutrients they need. The four main types of soil are…
Praying mantises are carnivores. It is no wonder that many gardeners consider them a free source of organic pest control. Their flexible necks enable them to turn their triangular heads from side to side while remaining stationary, giving them an advantage as they search for prey. In addition, their large,…
The praying mantis is one of the most fascinating creatures in the insect world. It belongs to the genus Mantis and derives its name from the seemingly religious pose it strikes when its long front legs are folded as if in prayer. Mantis, which means diviner in Greek, was thought…
Anthracnose refers to a group of fungal diseases that can infect ornamental trees, fruit trees, shrubs, flowers, and vegetable-producing plants like tomatoes, cucumbers, melons, and squash.Fungal spores that have overwintered in soil, seeds, and plant debris, spread in the spring when new plant growth appears. The wet and cool spring…