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If you've already finished the stellar second season of FX's The Bear, you might be feeling a little disappointed that you won't be able to listen to Carmy (played by Jeremy Allen White) and his team yell «Yes, chef!» and «Behind!» at each other anymore. But before you get too deep into that post-binge-watch slump, we have some good news: There's a new viral recipe from the show (remember the spaghetti from last year) that can give you a taste of what you're missing—and you're about to see tutorials for it nonstop.

Sweet Potato is a highly nutritious tuber with many health benefits to offer. Growing it in containers can save space and make sure you don’t run out of fresh supplies. Let’s have a look at all the information on Growing Sweet Potatoes in Containers!

Growing vegetables in the South means you have to know your climate and your vegetables. Beyond just planting a warm-season vegetable, it’s important to know which vegetables can take the heat.

No kitchen would be complete without aluminum foil and, more often than not, parchment paper. But what if you’ve run out of parchment and have a cake to bake or vegetables to roast? Can aluminum foil be used as a one-to-one substitute for parchment? Are there any instances in which you absolutely need parchment paper? Well, grab your notebook and take a seat, because we have all the answers for you right here.

Are you a rose lover looking to expand your collection without breaking the bank? Propagating roses from cuttings is not only a cost-effective way to add more plants to your garden, but it’s also a fun and rewarding gardening project.

It may seem strange to start talking about Christmas in July. But summer in the Northern Hemisphere is when gardeners need to start thinking about the colder months to come.

These Homemade Plant Food for Orchids are easy to make and will help you to keep these beauties thriving with beautiful colors!

Growing these root vegetables is easy. Not only the edible roots, you also get the chance to eat their nutritious and tasty green tops. Cook them or use them fresh and raw in salads.

If you want to screen your fence or wall in style, then you can try growing one of these Best Plants to Cover a Fence. They offer privacy while providing a beautiful outlook to the landscape.

If you don’t like the hassles of seed sowing or don’t want to spend money on buying seeds–Read this post till the end to learn our 13 Easy Planting Hacks to grow vegetables for free from the vegetables you have in your home!

Planning to grow something in your room for the colder months? Here are the Best Indoor Herbs that Can Thrive on Winter Windowsill!

Many of us are doing our part, big or small, to be mindful of sustainability, especially when it comes to our gardens. There are numerous ways we can reduce waste and encourage biodiversity while gardening organically. One way is in the selection of eco-friendly vegetables we choose to grow. Not every veggie crop is considered sustainable. The most sustainable vegetables are those that can be grown year after year, relying on local resources while minimizing their impact on the environment. Read on to learn about the best vegetables to grow for sustainable gardening.

Check out the Best Types of Squash that you can grow in pots or gardens! They are easy to maintain and provide a plentiful harvest for the entire family.

If you ever grew potatoes, then you must have seen the infestation of small, extraterrestrial insects crawling on the surface of leaves and near the roots. They can be quite a mess for your potato plants. They are known as potato bugs, and if you have questions hovering in your mind, like What do Potato Bugs Eat and How to Get Rid of Potato Bugs, then you are at the right place!

Discover the art of creating a Decorative Container Vegetable Garden with these helpful tips. Elevate your gardening experience by combining beauty and functionality as you cultivate your own fresh and vibrant vegetables in stunning containers.

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Q: I have just read your article about slugs. I myself have a problem this year with wireworms. Have you any suggestions on how to get rid of them?

There’s few things more rewarding than growing your own food​, and seasoning that food with fresh, homegrown herbs — priceless! The important thing to remember about herb gardening is that it’s relatively easy. Plants thrive indoors and outdoors providing you have plenty of sun (or lights!) and good draining soil. Herbs grow well in pots, have few pest problems, and add great beauty to our landscapes. They provide variety and flavor to any recipe in which they are used and are important in many ways.

Fungus gnats are a common pest among houseplants. These small flies tend to go unnoticed at first, slowly building their populations by laying eggs on the soil of our container plants. Their larvae feed on fungi and organic matter in our potting soil and nibble on plant roots as well. Over time, their numbers grow, and you begin to notice the adults hovering above the soil surface when you water your houseplants. Fortunately, fungus gnats are more a nuisance than anything. And they are easy to control. Learn how to get rid of fungus gnats and apply strategies to avoid having problems with them in the future. 

Herbs are super-easy to grow in garden beds orcontainers, and nothing tastes better than fresh herbs snipped from your garden for all your homecooked favorites. But while you may always plant annual herbs, such asbasil, dill, and cilantro, you’re missing out if you’re not growing perennial herbs. Perennial herbs come back year after year, making them a smart investment in your garden. Many also have beautiful flowers that pollinators love.

My name is Allison Pond, and I’m the owner of Primo Pots and Planters in Moorestown, New Jersey. This is a chapter 2 career for me after 20 years in sales ranging from Xerox copiers to pharmaceuticals. After surviving countless layoffs, I left the industry to pursue a job that didn’t destroy my soul. I started this business in 2016 and received my Master Gardener certification in 2019. These are some of the containers I get to make for my clients.

Is it week five? To be honest, I haven’t a clue any more, it’s all merging together.

Copper pennies contain pure copper, which has great antimicrobial, antifungal, antibacterial, conductive, and biostatic properties. It can also be helpful in a variety of other ways in the yard! Let’s have a look at some amazing Penny Uses in the Garden!

A restaurant-quality pizza can be hard to replicate in your own kitchen, let alone garden. Authentic pizza usually needs a large, purpose built, wood-fired oven that’s beyond most budgets, but enter the domestic pizza oven. Thanks to compact portable designs that cook in minutes, easy to use, outdoor pizza ovens are now readily available and you can have your own taste of Italy that’s indistinguishable from the real thing. Because they cook at such a high temperature, you can have restaurant-quality pizza in only a minute. Just the thing if you have a few guests over – it’s a brilliant party trick to quickly turn out some of the best pizza this side of Naples in your own back garden.

June 5th was National Donut Day, and all the motivation I needed to finally get around to making a donut tire swing like the ones I've seen on Pinterest.

Say goodbye to pesky gnats and fruit flies using 3 simple ingredients!

If there’s one thing I love, it’s a multipurpose plant.There’s nothing wrong with growing so