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  • Can You Eat Red Pepper Seeds?

    Can You Eat Red Pepper Seeds?

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    Jessica Zander
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    Pepper is a common vegetable that features in our meals. When adding pepper to dishes, most people don’t think twice before throwing away the seeds. However, you might wonder if there’s anything wrong with the red pepper seeds. Are they what makes up hot peppers? Are the seeds in your bell pepper varieties poisonous? Or…

  • Can You Plant Tomatoes and Cucumbers Together?

    Can You Plant Tomatoes and Cucumbers Together?

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    Jessica Zander
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    Cucumber and tomatoes are popular garden vegetables that gardeners love to grow. Several plants grow perfectly together, and there are others that you need to keep apart. Therefore, it’s not uncommon to hear the question, ‘can you plant tomatoes and cucumbers together?’ If you want to plant tomato plants and cucumber plants and wonder if…

  • What Not to Plant with Tomatoes: 5 Things

    What Not to Plant with Tomatoes: 5 Things

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    Jessica Zander
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    A bad neighbor is always an awful experience. This doesn’t just work with humans but also with plants. Several plants work well together, and there are certain plants you need to keep apart. Matching the two plants can be difficult if you don’t know what goes together. If you’re confused about the right plants to…

  • Are Roma Tomatoes Determinate Or Indeterminate?

    Are Roma Tomatoes Determinate Or Indeterminate?

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    Jessica Zander
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    When it comes to Roma tomatoes, there is some confusion about whether they are determinate or indeterminate. In this blog post, we will explore the characteristics of both types of tomatoes to help you make the best decision for your garden. Are Roma Tomatoes Determinate Or Indeterminate? Answer: Roma tomatoes are determinate. They’re the preferred…

  • Best Pots For Tomato Plants [2023 Top Picks]

    Best Pots For Tomato Plants [2023 Top Picks]

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    Mercy Stephens
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    Plant pots are very beneficial, although many people are not aware of them. It is a great alternative to growing in bags or directly in the ground. This article is for those looking for the best plant pots for tomatoes. [amazon box=”B006GK626E” title=”Full Depth Round Cylinder Pot“] In a hurry? The best pot for tomato…

  • Can You Put Bread In Compost?

    Can You Put Bread In Compost?

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    There has been a lot of argument as to whether you can compost bread crumbs in your composting bins. Some composting bins have special compartments just for composting different things while others don’t. Some people advise not composting bread crumbs, as they will rot and produce a bad smell in your composting bin. Despite this,…

  • Benefits of School Gardening for Students

    Benefits of School Gardening for Students

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    In a survey conducted by the National Gardening Association, the results showed that 35% of Americans grew their food in a garden representing a significant increase to what was obtainable less than a decade ago. This glaring statistic points out one thing – a lot of people are beginning to see the benefits of gardening.…

  • Is Mushroom Compost Good For Lawns?

    Is Mushroom Compost Good For Lawns?

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    Jessica Zander
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    Because of its name, many people easily mistake mushroom compost as being made primarily from mushrooms. This is however far from the truth, and we’ll be clearing that myth up in this article. If you’ve also been wondering if it is good for lawns, read on for an in-depth view and if it would make…

  • Can You Plant Two Tomato Plants Together?

    Can You Plant Two Tomato Plants Together?

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    Mercy Stephens
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    There’s no better summertime feeling than been treated to plump, juicy tomatoes. They are popular vegetables, and they come in different varieties. If you’re a gardener and you’re just as confused about whether you can plant two tomato plants together or not, then you’re not alone. This article provides the answer to that question; keep…