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Strawberries: June-bearing vs Ever-bearing vs Day-neutral Varieties — What’s Best for Your Garden
If you’ve browsed strawberry plants online or at your local nursery, you’ve probably come across terms like June-bearing, ever-bearing, and day-neutral. These categories refer to how and when the plants produce fruit—and choosing the right type can make a big difference in your harvest. As a lifelong gardener with more than 30 years of experience […] More
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Can You Grow Corn in Containers? Yes-Here’s How
It might seem impossible to grow towering sweet corn stalks on a patio, balcony, or small urban garden—but it can be done! While corn is traditionally a field crop, with the right setup, variety, and a few pollination tricks, you can enjoy homegrown sweet corn in a container. It’s a fun challenge for container gardeners, […] More
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How to Grow Cucumbers that Are Not Bitter Tasting
To grow cucumbers that are not bitter-tasting, providing optimal growing conditions is key. From my personal experience in growing cucumbers, I’ve found that stress during the growing season—whether from inconsistent watering, extreme temperatures, or poor soil—can lead to bitterness in the fruit. Cucumber plants naturally produce a compound called cucurbitacin, which can cause the bitter […] More
Stephen Albert
