Monday, May 29, 2023
Around the Table

Around the Table

rototiller

Some gardeners rototill their plots every year out of habit or tradition, but should you?
Vayda and peaches

There are a number of factors that contribute to inconsistent fruit production. Learn how to determine why your fruit trees may not be producing fruit.
two pear trees, an apple tree and a peach tree

Learn how to successfully plant pear trees and ensure that they produce fruit by understanding their growing requirements and best practices for planting.

Gatherers can find wild blackberries in Ohio’s woodlands, along the borders of farm fields, and on overgrown fencerows.
cantaloupe seedlings

Melons depend on sunlight, warm temperatures and the right amount of water to grow well. Learn how to improve melon growing conditions in the Midwest.

If you didn’t find time to plant a garden this spring, don’t worry. Gardeners can plant vegetables in July and August for a fall harvest.
pickled cucumbers

Learn to properly pickle cucumbers to ensure safe preservation and optimum taste.
zucchini

Preserving squash and zucchini can be tricky. Learn the best practices for canning, freezing and drying squash and zucchini.

Learn more about processing and preparing venison to maximize its quality, get rid of undesirable flavors, reduce gamey taste and ensure it is safe to eat.
grapes on vine

To successfully grow backyard grapes, you need to select the right cultivar and then meet its planting, pruning and growing requirements.