Chet's Garden Center
Lilac bushes are popular landscape shrubs that provide ample spring blooms and pleasant fragrance. With their showy flowers and hardy growth, it’s no wonder they are a gardener’s favorite. However, without proper pruning, lilac bushes can quickly become overgrown and produce fewer flowers. Pruning is essential for keeping lilac bushes healthy neat, and blooming abundantly. … Read more
Pruning potato plants is a controversial topic among gardeners. Some swear by it for higher yields and healthier plants, while others insist it does more harm than good. So should you prune your potato plants or leave them be? The short answer is – it depends. In certain situations, strategic pruning can benefit potato plants … Read more
Growing juicy, flavorful tomatoes is a rewarding experience for any gardener. While traditionally grown in the ground, tomatoes can also thrive when grown in pots. With the right care and conditions, container-grown tomatoes can yield abundant harvests of tasty fruits. Here is a comprehensive guide on how to successfully grow tomatoes in pots. Why Grow … Read more
Growing your own mushrooms at home is easier than you think! Mushroom logs allow you to cultivate tasty edible varieties like oyster shiitake and lion’s mane right in your backyard. In this comprehensive guide, I’ll walk you through the entire process of making DIY mushroom logs, from choosing the right wood to harvesting your homegrown … Read more
Growing cabbage plants in pots is a great option for container gardeners or anyone with limited space. With the right pot, soil, and care you can grow healthy productive cabbage plants on a patio, balcony, or any small space. Choosing the Right Pot for Cabbage When selecting a container for growing cabbage, bigger is better. … Read more
The Bush Early Girl tomato is an early maturing and high yielding tomato variety perfect for container gardening or small spaces. This variety has a bushy, compact growth habit but still produces impressive yields of 4-ounce, deep red tomatoes. In this article, we’ll take an in-depth look at Bush Early Girl including its flavor, yield, … Read more
As summers get hotter and droughts become more common, many gardeners start looking for ways to conserve water for their plants. One idea that has gained popularity is using water collected from a dehumidifier to hydrate indoor and outdoor plants. But is this actually a good option? Let’s take a detailed look at the pros … Read more
Begonias are some of the most popular flowering plants, prized for their colorful and abundant blooms. With a wide variety of flower shapes and foliage types begonias bring charm and elegance to gardens patios, and indoors. While begonias naturally have a trailing or cascading habit, many gardeners prefer a fuller, bushier shape. The good news … Read more
When to Harvest Purple Tomatillos for Maximum Flavor Purple tomatillos add a burst of sweet, fruity flavor to salsas, tacos, enchiladas, and more. But knowing when to harvest these colorful fruits can be tricky if you’ve never grown them before. Unlike green tomatillos that are ripe when green, purple tomatillos go through color changes during … Read more
Hydrangeas are absolutely gorgeous plants that can brighten up any indoor space with their large, colorful blooms. While they are traditionally grown as outdoor plants, certain hydrangea varieties can also thrive indoors as houseplants. Caring for a hydrangea plant indoors does require some special considerations though. In this comprehensive guide, I will cover everything you … Read more