Courtesy Stock.XCHNG When containter gardening in dry climates, choose plastic or glazed pots, which retain more moisture than terra-cotta pots. Also, add a saucer under each pot, so excess water can be used later. When I moved from the Pacific Northwest to Colorado, I brought along my gardening tools — but I was ill-equipped for […]

Use these root-cellar storage guidelines to keep your garden produce fresh for many months.

If your environmental surroundings make constructing a root cellar impossible, consider these storage options to make your harvest last through winter.

Use these tips for what to do when you’re faced with a canning conundrum.