Our community garden had a big prune day and left piles of cuttings on the curb. I grabbed a few handfuls of leafy bits to use as mulch in my window boxes. Now I'm wondering if that was stealing, since it was meant for city compost. Does anyone have a rule for using shared green waste? I'd like to hear what others do.
I was on a video meeting when my zucchini plant got too heavy and snapped. My neighbor helped me move it while I stayed muted. What's the funniest thing your plants have done while you were working?
I noticed my pepper plants looking weak during hot days. Giving them water first thing in the morning (even before coffee) really boosted them. Any other dawn gardeners out there with tips?
Crushed eggshells prevent blossom end rot by adding calcium.
Switch to natural pest control methods to protect your skin and health.
I've lost three crops to what looks like a mutated form of aphid that ignores organic sprays. Check your plants daily and consider introducing ladybugs as a preventive measure.