AgroPlanner Blog
Useful tips, news, and secrets of smart gardening.
Gherkin Cucumbers: Secrets to Growing Merengue and Kibria Varieties
These hybrids are the true "workhorses" of the garden. They are self-pollinating, never bitter, and yield harvests by the bucketload.
Beijing Cabbage: Secrets to Juicy Heads and Proper Companionship
Peking cabbage is a delicate crop that loves cool weather and correct soil. Learn how to avoid bolting and protect your harvest from pests.
Zucchini "Tsukesha": King of Compact Beds and Early Harvests
"Tsukesha" is a variety for those who value space. Learn how to give this bush zucchini a perfect start, which soil it loves, and who its best companions are.
Eggplant "Helios": The Round Beauty with a Mushroom Flavor
"Helios" is not just an eggplant, but a delicacy in your garden. Learn why it needs special soil and how to protect it from its main enemy — the Colorado beetle.
"California Wonder" Bell Pepper: The Sweet Giant in Your Garden
This variety is the gold standard of sweet peppers. Learn about soil requirements, watering secrets, and how to choose the right companions for a healthy crop.
Juniper in the Garden: Secrets of Care and Disease Protection
Juniper is a coniferous champion in phytoncide production. Learn how to choose the ideal soil, why you shouldn't plant it near apple trees, and how to pick the right companions.
Romanesco Broccoli: Mathematical Perfection in Your Garden
Romanesco is a cauliflower-broccoli hybrid with a fractal shape. Learn how to grow perfect cone-shaped heads, why it needs "heavy feeding," and how to protect it from heat.
"Yellow Dragon" Watermelon: A Sunny Surprise in Your Garden Patch
Dreaming of a unique harvest? Learn how to grow the "Yellow Dragon" watermelon, why it needs the warmest sector of your garden, and which plants provide natural pest protection.
"Bull's Heart" Tomato: How to Grow the Sweet Giant
"Bull's Heart" is the gold standard for home-grown tomatoes. Learn how to prepare the soil for these giants, find their best companions, and avoid late blight.
"Duke" Blueberry: Early Harvest and Acidic Soil Secrets
The "Duke" variety is the standard for early blueberries. Learn why regular garden soil is lethal for it and what to plant nearby for the sweetest berries.
Everbearing Raspberry "Polana": Harvest Without Worms Until the Frost
"Polana" is a hit variety. No need for winter protection, it resists pests, and gives berries when regular raspberries are long gone.
"Albion" Strawberry: Harvesting Four Times a Year
"Albion" is a variety that bears fruit 3–4 times a summer. Learn how to choose the right soil for large berries and why planting near raspberries is a fatal mistake.
"Sugar Baby" Watermelon: The Perfect Variety for Small Garden Beds
"Sugar Baby" is a lifesaver for those living in cooler climates. Learn how to get sweet fruits during a short summer, choose the right soil, and find the best companions.
Purple Cauliflower: A Vibrant Antioxidant in Your Garden
Purple cauliflower combines incredible color with double the health benefits. Learn why it’s more tender than white varieties, which soil ensures deep coloring, and how to protect it from summer heat.
Meyer Lemon: Tropics on Your Windowsill
The Meyer lemon is the ultimate choice for an indoor garden. Learn about its soil needs, how to prevent leaf drop, and who makes the best companion for this fragrant tree.