Watching your pomegranates split on the tree long before they’re ready for harvest can be a frustrating experience. Picture this: you’ve lovingly tended to your …
Pomegranate splitting on the tree: Causes and solutions
Mastering Grapevine Shoot Thinning: A Guide for Home Grape Growers
Grapevine shoot thinning has become a vital practice for me as a home grape grower. It allows me to carefully remove excess shoots from the …
From vine to table: The ultimate guide to growing and harvesting Flame Seedless grapes in your home garden!
Introduction We grow nine varieties of grapes, and the Flame Seedless is one of our favorites. This popular and widely grown variety is known for …
Backyard grapevine pruning: how to get excellent fruit crop
If you are a home grape grower, pruning your grapevines is one of the most important tasks you will undertake. Proper pruning is crucial for …
Grape berry thinning: when and how
Many backyard grape growers thin their grape berries to improve the overall yield. When done correctly, berry thinning can result in larger and more uniform …
Pruning pomegranate trees: when and how
Pomegranate trees are beautiful and produce delicious fruit. Pruning helps the tree grow healthily and productively. In this blog post, I will discuss when and …
How to get rid of grapeleaf skeletonizer
The Western grapeleaf skeletonizer is a moth species common to the eastern half of the United States and the California wine regions. The larvae feed …
What is a raised garden bed?
What is a raised garden bed? You may ask yourself this question if you are interested in starting a garden but don’t have the space …
How to build a raised garden bed for kids
Do you want to teach your kids how to garden? It’s a fun and educational activity that they will love! Plus, it’s a great way …
The top 4 kale varieties to grow in your garden this year
If you’re looking to add some new vegetables to your garden this year, consider growing kale. Kale is a nutritious and versatile vegetable that can …