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15 Edible Shrubs Hummingbirds Will Enjoy As Much As You

staff@tastingtable.com (Meredith Burkhart) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Vibrantly-colored hummingbirds flit around in an almost magical way. These shrubs will lure in the cute pollinators while also providing food for you.

Using An Old Wood Pallet To Grow Strawberries Is A Move The Pros Use. Here's How To Do It

staff@tastingtable.com (Martha Brennan) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Growing strawberries can be a bit of a challenge, but using an old wooden pallet may just be the truck you need.

5 Reasons Your Tomatoes Get Mealy — And How To Avoid Them

staff@tastingtable.com (Luna Christina Lupus) — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 02:30:00 +0000

To completely avoid mealy tomatoes in either your garden or your kitchen, follow these five tips that are helpful throughout the entire process.

The Unexpected Pantry Staple That Can Kill Pesky Vegetable Garden Weeds

staff@tastingtable.com (Ian Fortey) — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0000

Tending a vegetable garden can be simultaneously infuriating and relaxing. An expert explains how to eliminate those pesky weeds with out herbicides.

Garden Pests Hate This Sweet Pantry Staple (Plus It Keeps Your Garden Growing And Healthy)

staff@tastingtable.com (Whitney Bard) — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 16:30:00 +0000

If you'd like to steer clear of harsh pesticides and chemicals in your garden, reach for one pantry staple to help curb pests that might want to settle in.

The Best Method For Picking Ripe Peppers Off The Plant — Yes, There Is A Right Way

staff@tastingtable.com (Kashmir Brummel) — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 14:30:00 +0000

Believe it or not, there's a wrong way to harvest peppers - and, if you do it, it could actually impact the amount of fruit your plant yields.

In A Pot Vs In The Ground: Which Is Best For Growing Blueberries

staff@tastingtable.com (Whitney Bard) — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000

There are types of plants that call for potting, but is your new blueberry plant one of them? Here's how to get the best summer berry bounty.

Give Your Herb Garden A Health Boost Using A Pool Noodle

staff@tastingtable.com (Meredith Burkhart) — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 00:30:00 +0000

Starting and maintaining a herb garden can be daunting, but this easy hack offers multiple benefits with little effort, and can be implemented year-round.

If You Find A Bird Egg In Your Vegetable Garden, Here's What You Need To Do Next

staff@tastingtable.com (Courtney Iseman) — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 20:10:00 +0000

Birds in your vegetable garden may sound pleasant, but when you find an egg, it can spell trouble. Here's how one expert recommends dealing with the intrusion.

The Absolute Worst Plants To Grow Next To Your Peppers

staff@tastingtable.com (Dee Lopez) — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 20:00:00 +0000

Peppers are perfect plants for your home garden, but they don't go with everything. Here are a few different plants to avoid placing next to your peppers.

12 Veggies To Plant That'll Be Ready For Harvest In One Month

staff@tastingtable.com (Kashmir Brummel) — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 12:30:00 +0000

Gardening isn't usually a hobby for the impatient, but with these easy-to-grow quick-sprouting veggies, you'll have a homegrown harvest in under 5 weeks.

8 Ways To Rid Your Vegetable Garden Of Caterpillars

staff@tastingtable.com (Kenny Jarvis) — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 09:20:00 +0000

Caterpillars can be cute, but you don't necessarily want them all over your vegetable garden. We have some expert insights on how to get rid of them.

Got A Little Extra Sugar? Make Your Garden A Buffet For Hummingbirds With One Easy Step

staff@tastingtable.com (Dee Lopez) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 22:30:00 +0000

Hummingbirds flying around your garden is a beautiful sight, and easier to achieve than you may think. This homemade nectar is the first step.

Naturally Attract Hummingbirds By Growing This Everyday Cooking Herb

staff@tastingtable.com (Meredith Burkhart) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0000

With the graceful way they flit about from plant to plant, colorful hummingbirds are fascinating creatures. Plant plenty of this herb to attract them.

A Toothpick Can Save Your Garden Edibles From Too Much Water

staff@tastingtable.com (Whitney Bard) — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:30:00 +0000

Before your garden is overrun with too much water, try using a wooden toothpick to test if your soil needs additional watering first.

Thriving Tomato Plants Come Easy With This Natural Fertilizer Made From Kitchen Scraps

staff@tastingtable.com (Whitney Bard) — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:30:00 +0000

If you're looking for an alternative, all-natural fertilizer for your tomatoes, you likely already have what you need in your pantry. Find out what to use.

6 Benefits Beer Brings To Your Garden

staff@tastingtable.com (Kenny Jarvis) — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:20:00 +0000

Beer isn't just good for sipping. Here are some expert-approved ways to use flat or leftover beer in your garden.

5 Safe And Effective Ways To Use Charcoal In Your Vegetable Garden

staff@tastingtable.com (Kashmir Brummel) — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0000

While you typically need fertilizer when gardening, charcoal is an effective alternative that serves more functions, too. Find out how.

Attract Bluebirds To Your Yard With This Fast-Growing Berry Bush

staff@tastingtable.com (Sean Bell) — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:30:00 +0000

Everyone wants to see bluebirds perched in their backyards, and this is a great way to start. The birds get food, as do you, as well as a thriving ecosystem.

Don't Plant Tomatoes Too Early This Year — Here's The Ideal Time

staff@tastingtable.com (Martha Brennan) — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 22:10:00 +0000

For the healthiest tomato plants that give you a bounty of bright red, juicy globes, you need to know when to plant them -- and when to not.