Barbara Adams

About Barbara Adams

I became an avid plant-lover and gardener after taking botany and horticulture while studying for my bachelor's degree in journalism. I enjoy making scientific and technical topics accessible to general audiences. I am happy to be part of the Vego Garden community!

Latest from Barbara Adams

Dew or Dew Not: Why to Avoid Wetting Foliage
Dew or Dew Not: Why to Avoid Wetting Foliage
In an attempt to mimic the beneficial effects of rain and dew, some gardeners have begun wetting the foliage of their plants, often to the point of soaking them and almost always to their detriment.
3 min read
Nature's Noisy Garden Guest: The Song of the Cicada
Nature's Noisy Garden Guest: The Song of the Cicada
It can be pretty dramatic to see billions of nymphs emerge en masse, shed their exoskeletons to reveal their adult forms, then begin their buzzing, mate-attracting song on blast. 
3 min read
Hues You Can Use: Exploring Color Theory in the Garden
Hues You Can Use: Exploring Color Theory in the Garden
By understanding complementary, analogous, and triadic color schemes, you can create intentional color combinations that achieve your desired visual effect. 
3 min read
Top 7 Garden Myths | Vego Garden
Top 7 Garden Myths
The internet was all abuzz recently as people debated whether “girl” and “boy” watermelons existed. What are some other garden myths due for a good debunking?
3 min read
Grow a Lemon Tree Day May 18 | Vego Garden
Squeeze All You Can May 18: Plant a Lemon Tree Day
Lemon trees, with their glossy green leaves and fragrant blooms, make an attractive addition to any in-ground garden and can also be container-grown.
4 min read
Gardening Goodness: Join the Permaculture Club
Gardening Goodness: Join the Permaculture Club
Letting nature take its course (or working with nature instead of against it) is the holistic approach behind a very successful concept in gardening called permaculture.
3 min read
When Rain Falls or Rivers Rise: How to Care for a Flooded Garden
When Rain Falls or Rivers Rise: How to Care for a Flooded Garden
Whether you live in a flood-prone area, or a sudden downpour has led to sodden soil, a water-logged garden can devastate even the healthiest plants.
3 min read
Foliar Feeding: Healthy Fast Food for Garden Plants | Vego Garden
Foliar Feeding: Healthy Fast Food for Garden Plants
Moderation is important with foliar feeding - it isn't a lifetime change but a once-in-a-while strategic solution.
3 min read
A Shortcut to Shortcake: Tips for Growing Strawberries
A Shortcut to Shortcake: Tips for Growing Strawberries
With only a small amount of care, strawberries can be your jam in no time. 
4 min read
Earth Day Essentials: A Deep Dig Into the Meaning and How Gardeners Can Participate
Earth Day Essentials: A Deep Dig Into the Meaning and How Gardeners Can Participate
Vego Garden has delivered a message of sustainability since its inception, and it shows in our products as well as education through the Vego Garden Academy.
4 min read
Barbara Adams

About Barbara Adams

I became an avid plant-lover and gardener after taking botany and horticulture while studying for my bachelor's degree in journalism. I enjoy making scientific and technical topics accessible to general audiences. I am happy to be part of the Vego Garden community!