Like lettuce, spinach grows fast and isn’t very tall, so it doesn’t put down deep roots. This makes it a terrific container ...
As the winter blues hit, the hope for bright colors and sunny skies urges gardeners to plan for the upcoming growing season.
This guide highlights 10 vegetables that every gardener can grow at home, featuring easy-to-grow, productive, and low-maintenance edible plants that save money, provide fresh ingredients year-round, ...
Spring gardening excitement often kicks in long before the weather fully cooperates, and that impatience isn’t a bad thing if ...
Herbs like rosemary are a smart, low-effort crop that saves money and adds fresh flavor on demand. Tomatoes, peppers, green beans, and cucumbers offer high yields and value, especially cherry tomatoes ...
With the snowy, cold weather, chase away the winter blues by looking at seed catalogs or online seed sources. Popular ...
Limited garden space can be overcome by using containers, raised beds and vertical gardening techniques. Containers are ideal for small spaces and can be moved to follow the sun, but require frequent ...
A key factor in starting a vegetable garden is the amount of sunlight it receives. Full sun (typically six or more hours a day) is advisory for most home-grown fruits and vegetables, making it a ...
Check out ‘The Preserver’s Garden,’ written by Staci and Jeremy Hill. It’s essential to anyone who doesn’t want food to go to ...
All-America Selections winners have been tested nationally and selected for their suitability in home gardens and containers.
February has arrived and as a vegetable gardener, you are likely ordering seeds and making plans for your garden for the coming growing season. One factor to consider when planning your vegetable ...