Chet's Garden Center
Sugar baby watermelons are a beloved fruit for gardeners to grow. Their compact size and sweet flavor make them perfect for smaller spaces. But knowing exactly when to pick these petite melons can be a challenge. Harvesting too early means you’ll miss out on peak sweetness and juice. Wait too long and you risk the … Read more
Apple trees are a popular and tasty addition to many home gardens. However homeowners may notice the leaves on their apple trees curling up at times. Curled leaves are the tree’s way of signaling that something is wrong and requires attention. Read on to learn the most common causes of apple tree leaf curl and … Read more
Spaghetti squash is a unique winter squash valued for its sweet, nutty flavor and noodle-like strands when cooked. Leaving a portion of the stem attached when harvesting spaghetti squash can significantly extend its storage life. This comprehensive guide will provide you with everything you need to know about harvesting spaghetti squash with the stem intact. … Read more
As a homeowner you may have noticed small holes appearing in your yard and wondered – why are squirrels digging in my yard? Squirrels dig for a few main reasons and their holes can range from minor annoyances to potentially damaging if left unchecked. In this article, we’ll explore the common reasons squirrels excavate yards, … Read more
Where to Get Peanut Seeds for Planting – Your Complete Guide Peanuts are a fun and tasty crop to grow in the garden. With their pretty yellow flowers and peculiar growth habit, they offer something different. And of course, harvesting fresh peanuts right from your own yard is incredibly rewarding. But before you can embark … Read more
La Roma tomatoes, also known as Roma or paste tomatoes, are a popular variety prized for their meaty flesh and few seeds – perfect for canning, sauces and paste. But an important question every gardener should ask before planting Roma tomatoes is – are they determinate or indeterminate? The growth habit of Roma tomatoes can … Read more
The catalpa tree is an ornamental shade tree that is easily identifiable by its long, hanging seed pods that resemble string beans. With its large, heart-shaped leaves and showy spring blooms, the catalpa is a unique addition to any landscape. But it’s the dangling bean-like pods in fall and winter that give this tree its … Read more
Carrots are a common vegetable grown in home gardens. Their bright orange color and sweet, crunchy taste make them a favorite ingredient in many dishes But if you’ve ever grown carrots from seed, you may wonder – what do carrot seedlings and sprouts actually look like as they emerge and grow? When carrots first begin … Read more
Can Strawberry Plants Survive Frost? Protecting Your Berry Crop From Cold Damage As a strawberry grower, you know that a late frost can wreak havoc on your crop. But can strawberry plants actually survive frost without damage? The short answer is – it depends. Strawberry plants are quite hardy when dormant, but a spring frost … Read more
Agapanthus, commonly known as Lily of the Nile or African Lily, is a popular ornamental plant grown for its attractive clusters of blue or white flowers Native to South Africa, agapanthus is winter hardy in USDA zones 7-11 and can be grown as perennials in these regions While agapanthus can be propagated from divisions, planting … Read more