Growing your own tomatoes can feel like hitting the jackpot, especially when you bite into that first juicy, sun-ripened fruit. But getting a big harvest, particularly in a small space, often requires ...

Learn how to effectively tie your tomato plants to round posts or stakes with this step-by-step guide. In this video, we will demonstrate the best techniques to support your plants, ensuring they grow ...

A landscaping material commonly used on paths and driveways also happens to be the best addition to herb garden soil for ...

Homegrown tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum) are a delicious reward for the relatively small amount of time and care it takes to nurture them. Their flavor and freshness are unmatched compared to ...

Tomato plants possess a sophisticated system to protect themselves against herbivores: the signaling peptide Systemin triggers a cascade of plant defense responses. A research team from the University ...

Grow & Tell is IPR’s biweekly gardening segment to guide you through the growing season. In each episode, I’ll walk you through gardening tasks tailored for northern Michigan’s climate and soils — ...

Tomatoes are the quintessential summer garden crop, but they’re not always simple to grow. In fact, by this point in the growing season, even the most experienced gardener may be having problems.