Learn to grow lettuce, spinach, kale and more with proper sun, soil prep, watering, spacing, pest control and succession planting for steady harvests.

Consistent watering is key to growing celery root. It requires regular watering to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Aim ...

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Two graduate students traveled to share their horticultural expertise with the Hill Country Master Gardeners last week, ...

Cold weather is driving a surge in pests seeking warmth in homes, with residents reporting increased infestations. Pest ...

When cold weather sets in, it's tempting to assume pest problems go into hibernation along with the garden. Unfortunately, winter doesn't drive pests away. As temperatures drop, many insects and ...

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Before bringing home a plant, inspect it closely. Look at the soil, stem, leaves and, importantly, under the leaves, where ...