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Bugs

Are Spider Mites Spiders? How to Identify These Garden Pests

ByJohn Thomas July 19, 2021October 9, 2023

I’ve been gardening for years, and of all the pests I’ve ever dealt with, spider mites have caused some of my biggest headaches and frustrations. As a novice gardener, I had never heard of spider mites, so when I saw webbing around several leaves of a tomato plant, I assumed that that was a sign…

Tomatoes

Buying Heirloom Tomato Seeds: Where to Buy + Helpful Tips

ByJohn Thomas June 11, 2021October 9, 2023

Like me, you’ve probably seen tomato seeds in your local home improvement store and noticed that the selection is pretty limited. They might only have a few different varieties, including cherry, roma, beefsteak, and possibly a few you haven’t heard of or tried. Years ago, I remember holding four of five packets in my hand…