Community Wisdom
Share local tips and seasoned insights to refine our collective knowledge.
"Tomatoes love basil!"
— Mama Joy, Zone 8b
Planting basil next to your tomatoes not only repels pests like hornworms, but actually improves the flavor of the tomatoes as they grow together.
"Save those eggshells"
— Uncle Marcus, Zone 7a
Crush baked eggshells and sprinkle them around the base of your pepper and tomato plants to prevent blossom end rot and deter soft-bodied slugs.