If you’re wondering who’s responsible for the holes in your beautiful tomato plants, there’s a good chance it’s hornworms. These garden pests are known as voracious eaters of the plant, so you may be harboring them in your garden. Knowing how to identify the critters and what kind of garden pest control to use will […]
Read More →How to Identify and Prevent Hornworms in Your Tomato Garden
When you’re trying to grow your own edible food, tomatoes are a go-to crop due to their high success rate—not to mention their tastiness. However, there are still plenty of tomato-growing woes gardeners might experience that could be avoided with the proper preparation and knowledge. From premature planting to improper watering, some of these tomato […]
Read More →Top 10 Tomato Growing Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
Whether you’re a novice gardener or a seasoned veteran, it’s important to understand the differences between transplanting and direct sowing (or seeding). As trusted suppliers of natural products ranging from all-purpose granular fertilizer to fast start planting tablets, Jobe’s Organics can help explain the differences. To Seed, or Not to Seed? Your gardening success can […]
Read More →Transplanting vs. Direct Sowing Seeds: Benefits of Each
As warmer weather approaches and people spend more time outside, it’s a perfect time to start thinking about your spring and summer gardening habits. If you’ve never planted a garden before, the prospect may feel a little overwhelming at first. But it shouldn’t! Starting a garden can be a rewarding experience and a great hobby, […]
Read More →How and When to Start Seeds for Common Garden Plants
Indoor gardening allows you to grow a vegetable garden without worrying about the weather, frost, or having enough space in your backyard. If you’re new to this type of gardening, though, you may be wondering if different rules apply. Of course, tomato watering and feeding requirements vary by type, but these guidelines will help you […]
Read More →How Often Do I Need to Water and Fertilize Indoor Tomato Plants?
We love gardening because it’s a relaxing, fun hobby that yields tangible results, from attractive curb appeal to delicious produce and vegetables. When you picture a vegetable garden or flower garden, you likely imagine a modest-to-large plot in your backyard or a landscape bed around your home. But gardening isn’t limited to those who have […]
Read More →Expand Your Crop with Container Gardens
A container garden is a joy for any gardener who wants to grow plants without all the hassle that comes along with it. You can build it indoors or outdoors and grow everything from fruits and vegetables to beautiful flowers for your home or to sell. If you’re still on the fence about building one, […]
Read More →Benefits of Raised-Bed Gardening
If you lack the space or soil for a conventional vegetable garden, there’s still hope. A container garden is often the answer for anyone with limited access to green space. Just in time for spring, our team at Jobe’s Organics is here to help you get started with your vegetable gardening project! Contain Yourself Most […]
Read More →Growing a Container Vegetable Garden
When you plant a victory garden, you bring history to life. These gardens were popular during World Wars I and II, planted by citizens to support the cause and provide the public with fresh vegetables. In this infographic, we take a closer look at how victory gardens benefited America, as well as how you can […]
Read More →Infographic: Victory Gardens – A Winning Formula
Peak gardening season might be over, but the crops don’t stop for fall weather. Plenty of produce comes to fruition during the fall and throughout the winter, and once they reach the harvesting stage, you’ll have to know how and when to pick them. This will depend on the climate in which you live, but […]
Read More →Picking Produce: The Best Times to Harvest Your Fall Crop