Removing pest- and disease-ridden plants can keep problems from overwintering and recurring next spring. Composting diseased plants may allow plant problems to spread. For safe disposal, always burn ...

Ask any group of gardeners about their least favorite task, and you’re bound to hear a chorus of “Weeding!” Rampant weeds steal water and valuable nutrients from the soil that beneficial plants could ...

Pull dead plants with pests or disease—like tomatoes or squash—to prevent future issues and support crop rotation. Leave healthy dead plants or cover crops like rye to boost soil and block weeds. Skip ...