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Burning Questions: Common Pepper Problems and Solutions Peppers rarely have serious issues in the vegetable garden. However, recently, we had some pepper growing problems. I thought I’d share our experiences so that you may also benefit if your peppers run into trouble. We have grown 10 to 20 different types of hot peppers every spring […]

Tomatoes and more Tomatoes These fragrant, juicy, delectable fruits are our reward for a season of patient tending, consistent watering, and careful pruning. Here are some resources to ensure you have a healthy, productive crop. Grow-How: Tomato Seedling Clinic Leaf color, ominous blotches, short stature–for whatever reason, maybe your tomato plants aren’t thriving, this guide will help you diagnose […]

Every seed has a story. Every harvest has a purpose. Get to know the fruits, vegetables, and herbs growing in our community gardens. Discover what makes each crop unique, its nutritional benefits, how to store it, and delicious ways to bring it from the garden to your table. Pro Tips Kale 🧺 Store: Refrigerate unwashed […]

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Spider Plants Spider Plant Care: How to Grow and Propagate This Easy Houseplant    

Seed Saving Seeds That Can Be Saved Start by choosing the plants that are the healthiest, most vigorous, and the best-tasting from your garden, then promise to be patient. Plants have large seeds or tinier seeds, and are held in various things like pods, husks, and capsules — get to know how each plant produces […]

Seed Saving https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7kHTGIqwRWc Harvesting Seeds First, know that each plant has a unique seed and with it, a different recommended method of collecting that seed. Second, be aware that when you collect seeds, there’s a good chance that the plant that grows from it will be different from the plant you harvested the seed from. And […]

Food Resources In Chicago Food Finder Map South Side Food Delivery Home Delivery Programs Food Pantry Map Chicago Farmers Markets & Farm Stands Keep an eye out for winter markets! Most Chicago Farmers Markets accept Link (labeled with (L) ). Since 2011, Link Up Illinois has increased the affordability and accessibility of fresh foods by […]

“Don’t Overthink It!” Go outside, and let the plants do their thing Connect with many different kinds of growers Use the internet, social media, or your local growing community to find guidance and inspiration Table of Contents 10 Steps to Plan Your Spring Garden Design 1.Take stock.  1.Take stock. Your garden is usually more successful […]