Rose Buds That Rot Before Opening
Rose buds that rot before they open are usually suffering from one of two things: gray mold (botrytis blight) or “balling,” a moisture-trapping problem…
Brown, Crisp Edges on Hydrangea Leaves
Brown, crisp edges on hydrangea leaves are almost always scorch, not disease — a sign the leaf is losing water faster than the roots can resupply it.
What Eats Summer Squash in Rhode Island, and When
Only one insect on Rhode Island’s documented pest list actually has any business on a summer squash plant, and even that connection is thin.
Brown Edges on Hydrangea Leaves and Flowers
Brown edges on hydrangea leaves and flowers usually point to one of three things: environmental scorch from heat, wind, or inconsistent watering; salt or…
What Eats Summer Squash in Quebec, and When
Two insects account for most of the documented summer squash damage in Quebec: the striped cucumber beetle and the squash vine borer.
What Eats Summer Squash in Prince Edward Island, and When
Three pests documented for this region actually target summer squash: the striped cucumber beetle, the squash vine borer, and the seedcorn maggot.
What Eats Summer Squash in Pennsylvania, and When
Summer squash in Pennsylvania faces a short but recognizable list: squash vine borer, aphids, flea beetles, Japanese beetle, and occasionally brown…
Growing Swiss Chard: The Green You Can Cut to the Ground
Yes, you can cut Swiss chard almost to the ground and it will keep producing.
Growing Brussels Sprouts: Sown in Summer, Sweetened by Frost
Brussels sprouts don’t follow the calendar every other vegetable in this garden follows.
Growing Celery: The Cool-Season Crop That Bolts From Cold
Celery bolts from cold, not heat. According to Utah State University Extension, exposing celery to several weeks of cool temperatures pushes the plant to…