Baking soda can sweeten tomatoes and deter pests, but must be used sparingly to avoid harming plants. A light sprinkle around the base wards off slugs, ants, and aphids, and a diluted spray mix helps ...

Gardening lore is full of testimonials about using household products to solve problems with your plants. While baking soda is often touted as an easy DIY aid for your plants, it isn't a cure-all and ...

Q: I have read that you should fertilize tomato plants with Epsom salt. When should you add it, and how much should you add? A: We don’t generally recommend using Epsom salt in the garden. Epsom salt ...

If you're on the hunt for a way to supercharge your tomato crop this season, you might be surprised to find the answer hiding in your bathroom cabinet. A humble item often found next to the bathtub ...

09:54, Fri, Aug 1, 2025 Updated: 09:58, Fri, Aug 1, 2025 If you're growing tomatoes in your garden this summer, you'll know how rewarding it feels to get out, pick them, and use them as you cook. Home ...