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Forget Coffee Grounds And Banana Peels: A Better Way To Fertilize Soil Before Fall And Winter

staff@tastingtable.com (Martha Brennan) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0000

If your garden could use a boost going into fall and winter, coffee grounds and banana peels aren't the only natural fertilizers hiding in your kitchen.

Save The Scraps From This Summer Fruit For Thriving Tomato Plants

staff@tastingtable.com (Claudia Alarcón) — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 03:40:00 +0000

If you grow tomatoes, you might also be cultivating another popular summer fruit whose scraps can actually pack hidden benefits for your plants.

Coffee Grounds Can Harm Tomato Plants — Use This Kitchen Scrap Instead

staff@tastingtable.com (Zoë Lourey-Christianson) — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 22:30:00 +0000

Coffee grounds can work as a great fertilizer for some plants, but not tomatoes. Find out the best kitchen scraps to use instead.

For Bigger Container-Garden Tomatoes, Use This Natural Fertilizer

staff@tastingtable.com (Whitney Bard) — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 16:40:00 +0000

Ensure your container-grown tomatoes are ripe and tasty this summer with a little help from this natural fertilizer, which you can buy or make yourself.

Forget Traditional Birdbaths: A Better DIY Option Is Hiding In Your Kitchen

staff@tastingtable.com (Claudia Alarcón) — Sat, 15 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0000

If you have a lovely bowl or pan you don't use but can't bear to let go, turn it a homemade birdbath for a win-win solution. Here's how.

The Better Way To Fertilize Leafy Greens Has Nothing To Do With Coffee Grounds

staff@tastingtable.com (Whitney Bard) — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 22:10:00 +0000

Good fertilizer is essential to growing lush, leafy plants, and making excellent nitrogen-rich fertilizer is as easy as growing more plants.

How Much Fruit Can A Cherry Tree Produce In A Single Year?

staff@tastingtable.com (Deb Kavis) — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 20:40:00 +0000

If you love cherries, having your own growing tree can be worth the effort. The amount of fruit that each tree will produce can vary based on a few factors.

The Best Seasonal Vegetables To Buy Fresh This Month: August Edition

staff@tastingtable.com (Dee Lopez) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 16:40:00 +0000

The summer growing season is winding down, but there are still plenty of veggies to grab. From corn to tomatoes and beyond, here's what's in season.

10 Kitchen Scraps You Can Use To Attract Birds To Your Garden

staff@tastingtable.com (Angeline Stratz) — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 23:30:00 +0000

Looking to attract some birds to breathe life into your yard? Don't toss these kitchen scraps - leave them for your colorful, flying friends instead.

Use This Zesty Kitchen Scrap To Keep Insects Away From Your Tomato Plants

staff@tastingtable.com (Rebecca Treon) — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Pests can be problematic to gardeners who wish to avoid using pesticides. One of the best natural bug repellants is something you might already have on hand.

How Late Is Too Late To Plant Tomatoes?

staff@tastingtable.com (Claudia Alarcón) — Sun, 02 Aug 2026 16:10:00 +0000

If you're still wondering if it's possible to grow and harvest tomatoes this summer, here's everything you need to know about late summer gardening.

Keep Your Tomato Plants Thriving All Summer Long With One Shady Trick

staff@tastingtable.com (Lindsey Reynolds) — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 19:30:00 +0000

Tomatoes are known for loving the warm sun, but too much of it can lead to problems, and this one shady trick will keep exposure in the happy middle ground.

This Beautiful Flowering Tree Rewards Gardeners With An Overlooked Delicious Berry

staff@tastingtable.com (Kashmir Brummel) — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 16:30:00 +0000

Some of the most overlooked produce simply can't be found in stores, and this flowering tree provides one of the most prized spring berries money can buy.

Help Tomato Plants Beat The Heat With What's In Your Recycling Bin

staff@tastingtable.com (Allison Forsyth) — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0000

This simple garden hack turns everyday trash into a clever watering system that can help tomato plants survive the summer heat.

Do Smaller Strawberries Actually Taste Different Than Larger Ones?

staff@tastingtable.com (Wendy Leigh) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0000

When you're eyeing those big, luscious strawberries in the store, should you be concerned with taste? Are smaller ones better? Our experts say not necessarily.

Say Goodbye To Garden Slugs With This Kitchen Scrap (Not Beer Or Coffee Grounds)

staff@tastingtable.com (Dee Lopez) — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 19:40:00 +0000

You may have heard that organic pest repellents are best, but not all of them are effective. One item typically destined for the compost heap can banish slugs.

Tomato Plants Thrive When You Follow This Stem-Burying Rule

staff@tastingtable.com (Wendy Leigh) — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0000

This simple stem-burying rule can help your tomato plants grow stronger, stay healthier, and produce a more abundant harvest all season long.

Which Types Of Lettuce Are Generally Considered The Safest?

staff@tastingtable.com (Melissa Lemieux) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0000

You don't have to avoid all forms of lettuce during an outbreak like cyclosporiasis. Apply these tips when shopping for greens to reduce your risk.

This Versatile Veggie Is A Southern Staple And Is Perfect To Start Growing In July

staff@tastingtable.com (Wendy Leigh) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:30:00 +0000

While it's too late to start planting many summer vegetables, this Southern classic actually thrives when planted in hot weather.

What Too Much Fertilizer Does To Vegetable Gardens, And How To Fix It

staff@tastingtable.com (Claudia Alarcón) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:30:00 +0000

It turns out there is such a thing as too much of a good thing when using garden fertilizer. Here's how to tell when your vegetable plants are overfertilized.