The Vegan Chefs Garden

The Vegan Chefs Garden Chef-driven garden consultant transforming residential landscapes into high-performance edible estates.

Author of 'Flavor in the Soil.' I partner with homeowners to create bespoke gardens that are as flavorful as they are beautiful.

08/19/2026

Nature’s Pest Control: The Circle of Life 🐛

Nature always has a way of balancing things out! 🍅 After dealing with tomato blight beating down my plants, these hornworms tried to move in and finish the job. But nature stepped in to handle it.

Those little white bumps are actually beneficial wasp cocoons taking care of the hornworm for me. It might look a little gross, but this is the ultimate, organic pest control doing exactly what it is supposed to do. If you see a hornworm looking like this, leave it right where it is!

Now that the tomatoes are sorting themselves out, I’m heading out to the galvanized raised beds to get my new Cavendish dwarf bananas planted. 🍌 Stay tuned for that video next!

What is the wildest bug drama you’ve witnessed in your garden this season? Let me know below! 👇🏾

Hashtags:

08/12/2026

I’m joking in the video, but honestly? There is no shame in the budget-gardening game. Gardening shouldn’t have to break the bank, and there are so many ways to build a thriving Fall garden for pennies:

Grocery Store Hacks: Those green onions you just bought? Stick the root ends in soil or water—they’ll regrow indefinitely. It’s one of the easiest ways to start propagating right from your kitchen.

The "Clearance" Rescue: Don’t sleep on that sad-looking plant section at the nursery! Often, these plants are just thirsty or stressed; with a little care and the right soil, they’ll bounce back.

Ethical Foraging: Keep an eye out for "volunteer" plants in local gardens or parks. When you find a healthy cutting or a dropped seed that has sprouted, ask for permission to propagate it. It’s a great way to diversify your garden without buying new stock.

The Pot Picker’s Secret: When you’re picking out brand-new nursery plants, look for pots with more than three individual stalks or plants packed inside. You’re essentially getting multiple plants for the price of one, which is the best way to get more bang for your buck!

Fall is the absolute best time to lean into these habits because the cooler weather makes it easier for cuttings and transplants to establish roots without the harsh summer stress.

What’s your favorite "broke gardener" hack? Drop your secrets in the comments! Happy gardening!

Address

New York, NY

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 2pm
Tuesday 8am - 2pm
Wednesday 8am - 2pm
Thursday 8am - 2pm
Friday 8am - 2pm

Telephone

+13479480525

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when The Vegan Chefs Garden posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Featured

Share