Mid-July is a good time to evaluate tomato plant progress and make adjustments. Prune excess foliage and remove lower leaves to improve air circulation and reduce disease. Monitor plants for pests and ...

July is the month in Sonoma and Napa counties when gardeners typically start to experience water challenges. – Check to make sure all irrigation systems are working, and drip lines have not been ...

If you tried your hand at growing tomatoes this summer, you likely have a produce bowl overflowing with plump, juicy fruit. As the hot weather winds down, you might be wondering how long your tomato ...

Always mulch around tomato plants to block soil-borne diseases and help retain moisture while keeping weeds down. Water consistently at the base using a soaker hose to prevent diseases like ...

Struggling with the dog days of summer wilting your tomato harvest? Kansas City’s own, James Worley, known as “The Tomato Whisperer,” shares some essential tips for keeping your tomato plants healthy ...

Some of our onions have bolted too early and the bulbs have stopped growing. What should I do to prevent this? Onion bulbs do stop growing once it has "bolted" (set seed), so it is good to deadhead ...

Regardless of type, tomatoes are hungry plants that need well prepared soil, with plenty of compost and manure dug in. Add a balanced organic fertiliser, like blood & bone, which will provide plenty ...

Most home cooks think that the only way to get two tomatoes for the price of one is through a "buy one, get one free" sale. However, if you have some soil, plastic wrap, and a tray with drainage holes ...

Maybe monsoon season is over and maybe not, but one thing we know for sure — with all this water and heat, we will be in the midst of a perfect storm for fungal diseases on our plants, especially ...

One of my favorite summer memories growing up in the Midwest is eating delicious vine-ripened tomatoes. Absolutely delightful! I assumed everyone could easily enjoy this treat every summer. Then my ...

The summer is wrapping up and the tomato growing season is coming to a close. The Chicago Tomato Man is back with fresh tips to help you savor every last bite of your homegrown harvest.