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 […]
By DONNA MCCLAY As spring gives way to the lazy days of summer, we can hardly wait to savor that first juicy tomato from the garden. Most backyard gardeners know what, when and how to plant our favorite veggies, but we also need to know how and when to harvest them for peak flavor and […]
“To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow.” -Audrey Hepburn By Jodi Bay Vegetable gardens have been and continue to be havens during difficult times. George Washington Carver promoted the idea of edible gardens in personal residences during times of war and coined the phrase ‘Victory Garden’. Ever since, Victory Gardens arise during times […]
