Yes, if you didn’t already know, cutting runners off a strawberry plant can drastically boost fruit yield in the coming growing seasons. In this article, we’re going to discuss why that’s the case and how you can cut these runners the right way to boost overall fruit yield. Let’s dive right into it! But, Wait,…
Pruning is an essential element of plant care. Many people think they can simply plant Christmas cactuses whenever they like and leave them to grow on their own. However, over time, these same people often find their plants becoming wild and unkempt, growing a lot slower than they did initially. The truth is: pruning not…
When I first started growing strawberries in my backyard gardening, I had no idea that companion planting could make such a difference. To be honest, my first few seasons of experimenting with companion planting were a bit hit or miss. Then, I decided to try planting herbs and flowers that other gardeners on the internet…
This year, I decided to shift my focus to strawberries, aiming for bigger, juicier berries after spending too much time on blueberries and raspberries in the past. Truthfully, the first few harvests were quite underwhelming and disappointing but, with a little research and some trial and error, I soon cracked the code! Growing Bigger Strawberries:…
Last summer, I thought I’d give cucumbers a shot in my backyard. While I had planted them before once, this was my first season in a new home, and I wasn’t sure what to expect from the soil conditions. In other words, it was an unfamiliar ground. To no surprise, I was met with disappointment:…
Winter is a time for rest, not just for gardeners but for many plants in your garden as well. While some plants continue to grow and thrive during the colder months, others enter a period of dormancy and require minimal care – especially when it comes to watering. Overwatering dormant plants can lead to root…