Chet's Garden Center
Strawberry plants grown in hanging baskets make for a fun, decorative way to grow your own juicy, sweet berries right at home. With the proper care and selection of variety, hanging baskets can produce an abundant harvest of strawberries throughout the growing season. Here’s a complete guide to successfully growing strawberry plants in hanging baskets. … Read more
Daffodils are a popular spring flower that bloom in a range of bright colors like yellow, white, pink, and orange. Their trumpet-shaped flowers signal the end of winter and provide a cheerful sight after the dreary cold months. Daffodils are normally propagated from bulbs, but many gardeners wonder – can you grow daffodils from seeds? … Read more
Figs are a delicious fruit that many gardeners love to grow. However, birds also love feasting on ripe figs. If you want to enjoy the figs from your own trees you’ll need to take steps to protect them from birds. There are several effective methods to keep birds away from your fig trees. Why Birds … Read more
It’s a familiar scene for many gardeners – you excitedly slice into a beautiful, ripe tomato only to find the inside is still green This unexpected interior can be alarming, leaving you wondering if these green-inside tomatoes are safe to eat or a sign something has gone wrong Rest assured, tomatoes with green interiors are … Read more
Garlic is one of the most versatile companion plants for the vegetable garden Its pungent aroma deters a wide range of garden pests, while also attracting beneficial insects Plus, garlic improves the flavor and growth of many vegetable crops when planted nearby. But what exactly can you grow with garlic? Let’s take a look at … Read more
As a home gardener few things are more frustrating than walking outside to tend to your tomato plants only to find them crawling with tiny black bugs. While the large green hornworm often steals the spotlight, there are actually many types of small black insects that can infest tomato plants. Learning how to properly identify … Read more
Growing tomatoes in grow bags is quickly becoming a very popular way to cultivate vibrant tomato plants in small spaces while lowering the risk of disease As someone who has never been successful at raising tomatoes due to heavy blight in my area, utilizing grow bags has made it possible for me to finally grow … Read more
Pomegranates are one of the most delicious and nutritious fruits on the planet. Their sweet-tart flavor and vibrant red juice have made them popular around the world. While you can easily buy pomegranates at the grocery store, growing your own pomegranate tree from a seed can be an extremely rewarding experience In this complete guide … Read more
Growing tomatoes in pots and containers can be incredibly rewarding. With the right varieties, even gardeners with limited space can enjoy an abundant harvest of juicy, flavorful tomatoes throughout the summer months. When selecting tomato varieties for containers, it’s important to consider factors like plant size, fruit size, disease resistance, and productivity. By choosing compact, … Read more
Creeping phlox (Phlox subulata) is a popular flowering perennial groundcover known for its gorgeous carpet of spring blooms. With its low, spreading habit and colorful flowers, creeping phlox is excellent for rock gardens, edging pathways, and covering embankments. If you’re looking to add this lovely plant to your garden, you may be wondering where to … Read more