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Sp291-L-Fresh Vegetable Storage For Homeowners, The University Of Tennessee Agricultural Extension Service

Home Garden, Lawn, and Landscape

Many vegetables grown in home gardens can be stored fresh, but they must be harvested at the proper maturity and kept at the correct temperature and humidity. In addition, proper ventilation and sanitation must be maintained during storage. Basically, storage is placing harvested vegetables in an environment where the life processes, respiration and water loss, are kept at low levels.

Sp370-C-Tomato Wilt Problems, The University Of Tennessee Agricultural Extension Service

Home Garden, Lawn, and Landscape

There are many possible causes of wilting of tomato plants. Successful treatment of the problem depends on accurate diagnosis and appropriate preventive measures. Some of the major causes of wilting are discussed below.

Pb901-Growing Vegetables In Home Gardens, The University Of Tennessee Agricultural Extension Service

Home Garden, Lawn, and Landscape

Gardening can be highly rewarding, but it is not without problems and efforts. A successful garden requires a good site, careful planning, good management and considerable hard work. Insects, diseases and weeds require control measures. Acidic, infertile, poorly drained or sandy soil may have to be improved. Shade and extremes of moisture and temperature are other problems that must be overcome for a garden to be successful.

For those willing to plan carefully and to perform timely gardening tasks, gardening can be very worthwhile. A vegetable garden can produce a steady supply of vegetables from spring to fall. These vegetables …