For many people, whether first-time homeowners or those just venturing into the world of plant care, 2024 will be the first year to try growing a vegetable garden. They’ve seen their neighbors do it, ...
Warm climates need fertilizer every one to two weeks; cooler zones may only need it once per season. Start with nitrogen-rich fertilizer at transplanting, then switch to phosphorus-rich for better ...
Barbara Damrosch is a lifelong vegetable gardener who’s been one of the most prolific writers on that subject for decades, along with her garden-author husband, Eliot Coleman. The two are best known ...
Can you grow vegetables indoors? Sprawling pumpkin vines and trailing cucumber plants may be too large for indoor growing, ...
If you are passionate about growing your own vegetables, start with your balcony or patio. You don’t need farmland to do the job, as some veggies can be easily grown in your space. What they need are ...
Gardening is a way of life for some but a timeless hobby for many. Once the basics have been mastered, advanced gardeners can elevate their skills for the stunning scene and bountiful sustainable ...
These common leafy greens are surprisingly well-suited to hanging pots. And by succession planting, you can enjoy a steady ...
Recent studies suggest planting strips of wildflowers alongside crops boosts pollination and promotes higher yields. But these aren’t the only benefits. Adding wildflowers to your farm stabilizes the ...
With fresh, year-round produce available at the grocery store, vegetable gardening for beginners may seem pointless, not to mention challenging. But growing fruits and vegetables is a great way to ...