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When You'll Want to Apply Fertilizer to Your Strawberries
Strawberries are a delicious and versatile fruit that can be enjoyed all summer. They're great for snacking, baking, and juicing. But did you know that the nutrients in strawberries are best absorbed when the plant has been fertilized? In this blog post, we'll go over when and why it is important to apply fertilizer to strawberries so you can enjoy maximum flavor and nutrition. Recommended for You: How Do You Increase the Yield of Strawberries? When it comes to raising strawb...
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What Should You Do if Your Sewer Line Is Clogged?
Every home needs a functional sewer line to transport sewage waste from the house to a sewage treatment plan. Without a functional sewer line, your home can quickly go from the pristine and well-organized space you are accustomed to a dirty, unsanitary one. Most people go for the plunger when their sewer line is backed up, but this doesn't work. But first, what can cause a clogged or damaged sewer line? Recommended for You: Common Reasons Why You Have a Clogged Sewer Line The mos...
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Best Fertilizer for Herbs: Complete Guide
Last updated: March 25, 2026 Written by: Amir Tajer, B.S.M.E., QAL — Co-Owner & Technical Director, Greenway Biotech Reviewed against: UC Davis, Penn State, and Oregon State Extension guidelines Disclosure: Greenway Biotech manufactures the Pepper & Herb Fertilizer 11-11-40 discussed in this guide. Organic alternatives, all-purpose options, and situations where 11-11-40 is not the right fit are also covered. ⚡ Quick Facts: Best Fertilizer for Herbs Best for containers, r...
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How to Treat Root Rot in Hydroponic Plants
Last updated: March 25, 2026Written by: Amir Tajer, B.S.M.E., QAL — Co-Owner & Technical Director, Greenway BiotechReviewed against: UC Davis, UC ANR, and UC IPM Extension guidelines on Phytophthora and hydroponic disease managementDisclosure: Greenway Biotech manufactures Potassium Sulfate and hydroponic nutrients mentioned in this guide. Alternative prevention methods are also discussed. ⚡ Quick Facts: Root Rot in Hydroponic Plants Primary cause: Water-borne oomycetes — primarily Py...
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4 Ways to a Spectacular Weed Free Vegetable Garden
Weeds are a pain, and if you're like most gardeners, you'd like to keep them out of your vegetable garden. But how? The first thing to know is that you don't have to use pesticides to manage weed growth. In fact, there are many ways to prevent weeds from growing without using chemicals. Here are four easy ways. Related Post: A Guide to Natural Herbicides, Fungicides and Pesticides in the Garden 1. Mulching Mulching is one of the best ways to keep weeds at bay. When you mulch...
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How To Keep Pesky Squirrels Out Of Your Garden
Squirrels can be fun to watch, especially when they show their gymnastic skills by frolicking in the tree branches. However, if the squirrel population around your garden gets out of hand, it can quickly become a nuisance. You may find that your garden is at the mercy of rogue critters when they gain an acquired taste for fruits, veggies and seeds in your garden. If you're wondering how you can tell you have a squirrel problem and what you can do to keep them at bay, you're in the ri...
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How to Get Rid of Fungus Gnats for Good
Most people don't even know what fungus gnats are, let alone how to get rid of them for good. It's not just about the grossness factor, either—these little guys can do some serious damage to your plants. Related Post: 5 Harmful Garden Insects and How to Eliminate Them They'll lay their eggs in your soil and feed on the roots of your plants. That's bad news for you, especially if you're a new gardener still learning to care for your plants. So how do you get rid of ...
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A Complete Buying Guide of Good Fertilizers for Cucumbers
Fertilizers can help to improve the growth and yield of our cucumbers. They can provide essential nutrients that our cucumbers need for healthy growth. Fertilizers can also help to improve the quality of cucumbers by increasing the size, color, and flavor. When choosing a fertilizer for cucumbers, we need to select one that is high in phosphorus and Potassium and low in nitrogen. Recommended for You: Nitrogen is an essential nutrient for stem and leaf growth but the nitrogen requireme...
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Easy Tips to Fertilize Your Tomatoes for Better Yields
When looking to have a bumper crop of tomatoes, we should keep a few things in mind. First, tomatoes are heavy feeders, and they'll need a good fertilizer with a balanced ratio of potassium, nitrogen, and phosphorus. Second, we'll want to manage soil fertility and the application of these nutrients as per soil test recommendations. Here's a comprehensive guide on fertilizing tomatoes for quality and delicious fruits. Recommended for You: What is Helpful to Know About Tomat...
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What is the Best Side Dressing Fertilizer?
To gardeners, the word fertilizer is not a new concept. Fertilizers are chemical substances added to soil to improve its fertility. But the type varies depending on the type of application and the nutrients required. And this begs the question, what is a side dressing fertilizer? In the article, we'll take an in-depth dive and examine useful insights about side dressing fertilizer. What is a Side Dressing Fertilizer? A side dressing fertilizer is a chemical substance applied to crops or ...
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How to Make a Fungicide Using Copper Sulfate Crystals
Are you concerned about the chemicals in conventional fungicides and want to take a more natural approach to protect your plants? You can make your fungicide using copper sulfate crystals, calcium hydroxide, and water. This mixture is called the Bordeaux mixture and has been used for years to control fungal diseases on vegetables, fruits, ornamentals, and turf. Related Post: A Guide to Natural Herbicides, Pesticides and Fungicides for Your Garden It is a safe and effective way to treat di...
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Why Are My Plant's Leaves Turning Yellow? 8 Causes and How to Fix Them
Last updated: March 22, 2026 Written by: Amir Tajer, B.S.M.E., QAL — Co-Owner & Technical Director, Greenway Biotech Reviewed against: UC Davis, Penn State, and Clemson University Extension plant nutrition guidelines Disclosure: Greenway Biotech manufactures fertilizers and micronutrient products mentioned in this guide. Organic, synthetic, and non-Greenway approaches are also discussed where relevant. ⚡ Quick Facts: Yellow Leaves on Plants Common causes: Nutrient deficiency,...
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A Step by Step Guide to Growing Hydroponic Tomatoes
Last updated: March 25, 2026 Written by: Amir Tajer, B.S.M.E., QAL — Co-Owner & Technical Director, Greenway Biotech Reviewed against: University of Hawaii, Ohio State University Extension, University of Arizona CEAC, and University of Florida IFAS Extension hydroponic production guidelines Disclosure: Greenway Biotech manufactures Tomato Fertilizer 4-18-38, Cal-Mag Plus, and hydroponic nutrients mentioned in this guide. Alternative nutrient approaches and third-party systems are also dis...
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The 5 Best Fertilizers for Beginner Gardeners
Fertilizers contain great nutrient compositions that are not only great for the overall health and growth of your plants, but also fulfill specific nutrient deficiencies in your garden's soil. If you are thinking of starting a garden or just began your gardening journey, picking the right fertilizer may be confusing. To help you get started, here is a list of five best fertilizers you can use. 1. Azomite 0-0-0.2 Azomite is a complex silica ore mined from ancient volcanic ash in Utah, USA...
