If you’ve ever asked yourself Can tomato plants survive winter? the answer is a resounding yes. In their native tropical growing range, tomato plants are perennials that live for many years. In cold climates, however, they do not survive winter outdoors because they are not frost-tolerant. Because of this, most gardeners grow tomatoes as annuals. We plant them in the spring after the danger of frost has passed, harvest them through the growing season, and then uproot and compost the plants as soon as they’ve been killed by freezing temperatures. But if you’re willing to put in a little effort, tomato plants can live and produce for many years. In this article, I’ll share four ways you can overwinter tomato plants and keep them from year-to-year.
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Why you need to plant garlic this October (and how to get BIG bulbs)
Garlic is one of the few vegetables that should be planted in autumn, and especially if you want to supersize your bulbs. It’s an easy crop to grow and can be planted in in-ground gardens as well as raised beds and even containers. Plus, if you grow hardneck varieties, you’ll enjoy a double harvest of edible scapes as well as the flavourful bulbs.
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Plants to trim or pull in autumn: What to do NOW to avoid more work next year
While some would say weeding can be a soothing activity, it can also be incredibly overwhelming when unwelcome plants start popping up everywhere in a garden. And while the plants mentioned in this article are not generally considered weeds, when they release their seeds, well, one could argue that they very much are. Why add extra work in the spring when you can take a couple of quick measures this fall to nip a potential problem in the bud. Here are a few suggestions of plants to trim or pull in autumn.
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How far apart to plant hydrangeas in garden beds or for a hedge
Hydrangeas are popular, beautiful, and easy plants to grow for summer and autumn. They’re also long-flowering and not bothered by many pests or diseases. The large showy flowers persist for months and with such a range of plant and flower shapes and sizes, there is a hydrangea for every garden. But for the healthiest plants and best possible flower show they must be spaced properly. In this article you’ll learn how far apart to plant hydrangeas types and get tips on doing it right.
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10 Late-blooming perennial flowers to attract butterflies in the fall
As the warm days of summer give way to the crisp air of autumn, you may find your garden lacking vibrant blooms, and with them, the butterflies that bring so much life and beauty to the landscape. My garden, on the other hand, is filled with late-blooming perennial flowers that offer a vital lifeline for butterflies, providing nectar at a time when resources are growing scarce. By planting these autumn beauties, you too can support butterfly populations and enjoy a burst of color long after most other flowers have faded. In this article, I’ll introduce you to 10 great late bloomers adored by butterflies in my garden.
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Small pumpkins: How to plant, grow, and harvest small pumpkins
Small pumpkins are so much fun to grow! They’re easy and productive, often yielding a dozen or more pumpkins per plant. Kids love them but so do adults and the mini fruits can be used as autumn or Halloween decor, craft projects, or baked in pies and muffins. The pint-sized fruits offer a range of rind colors including classic orange, as well as white, bluish-green, or even bi-colors. In this article you’ll learn everything you need to know about planting, growing, and harvesting a bumper crop of small pumpkins, as well as discover the best varieties to grow.
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