In this excerpt from "The Vertical Veg Guide to Container Gardening," author Mark Ridsdill Smith explores three methods of growing food in an urban setting.
Indoor smart gardens grow herbs and veggies year-round right in your home. We tried out these three models, so read on to see what we found.
Considering adding asparagus to the garden? Provide rich soil, the right pH and adequate drainage and you should have spears for years.
Nearly ubiquitous on spice racks the world over, easy-to-grow oregano brings flavor to a wide variety of dishes and a range of medical uses, too.
Whether you want to grab extra attention at market or simply perk up what's on your plate, these uncommon kale varieties are well worth a look.
An index guild of plants can help you observe details about plants as they grow, but how do these observations translate to growing success in the field? Let's take a look.
'Tis the season for sniffles and other maladies, so give your immune system some support with this easy recipe for refrigerator elderberry syrup.
Based on your needs and growing conditions, simple hot and cold frames can be handy season extenders to add to the garden.
Seeking something new to grow? Plant nerd into all things horticultural? You need to check out these National Garden Bureau 2022 Green Thumb Award winners!
There are plenty of options when it comes to food preservation, but don't overlook the simple dehydrator when putting up food for later!
Fun and functional, large or small—there's a gourd for just about everyone. We talked with an experienced grower of gourds for the scoop on the hardshell fruit.
Changes to normal winter weather affect the way we garden, from protecting vulnerable plants to adjusting common crops to planting with pests and pathogens in mind.
