Savvy Gardening

Growing tomatoes in a self watering planter

Growing tomatoes in a self watering planter is an easy and low-maintenance way to enjoy a bounty of homegrown tomatoes. These innovative planters are perfect for small spaces, decks, and balconies and create an ideal growing environment for tomato plants. They can even be used to grow other vegetables like peppers, eggplants, and cucumbers. Keeping container-grown tomatoes watered, especially when the summer weather is hot and dry, is a challenge for gardeners and using a self watering planter is a time-saving way to ensure plants don’t dry out. In this article I’ll offer tips for success when growing tomatoes in a self watering planter.

How many watermelons per plant? Tips to maximize production

by Niki JabbourComments (2)

If you’re new to growing watermelons, you’re likely wondering which types might be best to try, exactly what’s involved, and how many watermelons per plant you can expect at the end of the growing season. As it happens, it’s surprisingly easy to coax homegrown watermelons out of your own garden plot or even from a large pot. What’s more, there’s a mind-boggling number of varieties from which to choose, and, whether you opt for an early, mid-season, or late season type, the end result is usually much sweeter than any watermelon you’ve hauled home from the grocery store.

When to cut back lavender: Time your trimming for healthy plants

by Tara NolanComments (2)

Lavender is a popular plant that finds its way into many a home garden. Perhaps it’s for the heady fragrance or to have a flush of purple reminiscent of the fields of Provence in the garden or to pick for your own culinary or DIY projects. It’s a great-drought tolerant pick and works well in landscape borders. However as they mature, lavender plants will spread and can begin to look a little bedraggled. Pruning the plant can help to contain it in the garden and keep it looking neat. Knowing when to cut back lavender is important.

When to plant cucumbers: 4 options for a non-stop harvest

by Niki JabbourComments (0)

A just-picked cucumber is a summer treat and knowing when to plant cucumbers is the best way to give your vines a strong start to the growing season. Cucumbers are sensitive to cold temperatures and easily damaged if planted too early. Wait too long and there may not be enough time left in your growing season to mature the crop. There are several options for timing cucumber plantings with seeds started indoors or direct sown in garden beds. Below you’ll learn 4 options for when to plant cucumbers to ensure you enjoy months of crisp, flavorful fruits.

How to grow Cuban oregano

by Tara NolanComment (1)

I enjoy discovering different ingredients to use in my cooking, especially ingredients I can grow myself. Cuban oregano is one of those interesting flavors. A potent and versatile herb, Cuban oregano is known around the world by several different common names. Depending on your locale, you may have heard it called “soup mint,” Mexican mint, Spanish thyme, or Indian borage.

The best small tomato plants to grow (aka micro tomatoes!)

by Jessica WalliserComments (0)

If you like growing tomatoes but don’t have enough space for full-size plants, try growing the small tomato plants known as micro tomatoes or micro dwarf tomatoes. These compact tomato plants taste just like the tomatoes you’re familiar with, but they grow on itty bitty plants. In this article, I’ll introduce you to these tiny treasures and share some of my favorite varieties to grow. Plus, you’ll find tips for plant care and ideas for where to grow them.
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