Harvesting broccoli too early will make it chewy and dense; waiting too late will make it taste bitter. The best time to harvest broccoli, generally, is when its head reaches 6 to 8 inches in diameter ...

Louisiana irises may benefit from a light application of a general-purpose fertilizer now or in early February to encourage vigorous growth and abundant flowers. (Photo by Chris Granger, Nola.com | ...

Cruciferous vegetables like cauliflower contain sulfurous chemicals known as glucosinolates, giving them distinct “bite” and bitterness. Given the time to develop gradually in the fall, this chemical ...

If you planted a garden this year, you likely have noticed some hard work beginning to pay off in July as plants are producing fruits and vegetables. But how do you know when it is the best time to ...

Whether you’re growing fresh vegetables in your backyard or a gorgeous in-season flower bed in your front yard, once autumn rolls around and the temperatures start to drop, your garden will need a ...

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Plants have their own special ways of competing in the garden and in nature. Some become chemical warriors and produce substances that affect the ability of other plants to grow. This is called ...