Question: I saw a large green caterpillar feeding on my green tomato leaves. Could it also be chewing on the fruit? Answer: Yes, the caterpillar on your plant is probably the tomato hornworm. It is a common pest in gardens. Tomato hornworms are well camouflaged among the leaves of their host plants. The body […]
By Joyce Gemmell With attention to a few critical details, anyone can be a successful vegetable gardener. There is nothing more satisfying than putting dinner on the table and proudly sharing, “I grew the zucchini!” (or corn or carrots or green peppers … ). All of the crops we think of as summer vegetables are […]
Question: I heard you are not supposed to plant cabbage and broccoli with tomatoes, like I did in my vegetable garden last year. Can I plant tomatoes in the same bed again this year? By Sharon Zornes Answer: You may be able to grow the three vegetables at the same time during the spring if […]
By DONNA MCCLAY Question: Is companion planting a good idea for my vegetable garden? Answer: Yes! Companion planting has been used in organic gardens for years. Companion planting provides many advantages for the home vegetable gardener. It is defined as planting two or more species in close proximity to create biodiversity and increase yield. Some […]
Question: Can I plant tomatoes in February? Answer: Yes! Yes, if the temperature in your garden is warm enough. In many parts of the country, February marks yet another month of shoveling snow in the driveway, rather than shoveling soil for vegetables. For most states, it is a “shoulder” month to wait a few more […]
