Brussels sprouts attacked by aphids and showing yellowing and distorted leaves, should be sprayed immediately. Daily picking of the runner beans will encourage the plant to crop on until September, and this is important to remember. It is time to sow spinach for winter use.

Thinking of growing your own fruits and vegetables? you are not alone. Find the reasons why you need to do it and good tips on what to grow.

Did you know there’s an exotic melon with flesh like lime gelatin dessert (only better)? Have you ever heard of the taradi vine with its edible tubers? How about the delicious Shopova fruit?

The options available to you when starting out gardening. Learn how to make the right gardening choices so that your garden can be as good as possible.

Did you know that one of the most versatile plants for your home garden and/or landscaping is a blueberry bush? It’s got great color all year, produces extremely healthy fruit and is easy to maintain.

While most gardeners around the country are winding down their gardens for the year, Southern California gardeners can plant a fresh crop of vegetables and blooms in September and October for enjoyment during fall and winter. Prepare Your Soil For Fall Flowers: Remove annuals. Break up and till the soil and generously add compost or organic planting mix. You may want to wait a week or two before adding fresh plants. This will give weeds enough time to germinate. Remove the weeds while they are small so they will be less of a headache later on.