To pinch or not to pinch? That is the question. Pinching is a technique that can shape a plant; increase production of herbs, flowers and fruits; determine the size of blooms and fruit and even keep ...

Harvest healthy basil all season long.

Dear Master Gardener: I am interested in growing hot peppers so this year I purchased vegetable grow bags with handles, planted various types of hot peppers and placed the grow bags on my parent’s ...

When new gardeners hear about "pinching" plants, they're understandably puzzled. Just where do you pinch them? And why? The "where" is the growing tip. You can literally pinch off the tip between your ...

Taller growing perennials are nice additions to larger landscape beds and borders — until they flop over. This detracts from the plants beauty, the gardens appearance and flopping plants fall onto ...

As annual and perennial flowers are planted, and as established perennials begin active growth, don’t overlook pinching some of them. A pinch here and there will reward you with sturdier plants and ...

As the UK contends with a particularly dry spring, gardeners are seeking methods to sustain their plants without incessant watering. Old Railway Line Garden Centre's outdoor plant expert, Liam Cleary, ...

A successful garden does not need a chemical arsenal to stay protected. The right plants can stand guard, release powerful scents, and send many common pests searching for an easier target. Instead of ...