I make an excellent sweet corn crop in the spring.  I would like to extend my season and enjoyment of eating corn.  Any suggestions for doing so?, by Fred Ross, Class of '98

What is the best way to preserve herbs?, by Laurie Winn, Class of '98

When is the best time to start an herb garden?, by Anthony Roppolo, Class of '00

I live in a townhouse with a small patio.  I would like information on how to grow vegetables in containers., by Shirley Reynolds, Class of '00

I would like to plant a vegetable garden but I don't know where to start.  How do I go about planning a garden and what should I consider before beginning to dig up my yard?, by Susan McPhail Wittjen, Class of '00

My tomatoes that I planted from seed came up but soon wilted, fell over and died.  What happened and how can I prevent this from happening again?, by Connie Jobe, Class of 2001

Could you please tell me how to control the greenish-colored worms that eat my cabbage and broccoli plants each spring?, by Herman Auer, Class of '83

   

Last year my tomatoes, peppers and okra had severe problems with root knot nematodes.  How can I prevent infestations by this pest?, by Martha Mathies, Class of '99

   

Why do my tomatoes develop a large blackened area on the blossom end of the fruit?  What can I do to prevent this?, by Madonna Crame, Class of '98

   

I like growing corn in my garden, but the corn ear worm and other critters like the corn as well as I do.  What can I do to control the pests?, by Fred Ross, Class of '98

   

I have started an herb garden.  How can I use the herbs in my every-day cooking?, by Nancie Curie, Class of '98

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