Choose a balanced fertilizer with equal parts nitrogen, phosphorus, and
Harvest vegetables when they are at their peak ripeness for
Encourage beneficial insects like ladybugs and lacewings in your herb
Water your shrubs deeply and infrequently to encourage deep root
Regularly prune your trees to remove dead or diseased branches,
Place your Peperomias in bright, indirect light to promote healthy
Herbs flourish in well-drained soil with at least six hours
Indigenous plants are well adapted to local conditions, so avoid
Plant nasturtiums near vegetables like cucumbers and tomatoes to repel
Plant marigolds around your garden to repel pests like whiteflies
Adding compost to your soil can enrich it with essential
Harvest herbaceous plants early in the morning when the essential oils are most concentrated for maximum flavor. Use sharp, clean shears to cut the stems just above a leaf node to promote new growth. Avoid overharvesting by only taking a third of the plant at a time, allowing it to recover before the next harvest.
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