
Grow pumpkins vertically inside a deer fence to protect fruit, increase airflow and save space. Hungry deer and troublesome weeds—meet your match!

Permaculture gardening can seem daunting, whether your goals are modest or ambitious. Only a few tools are essential, though, starting with a good shovel.

Interested in growing mushrooms at home? We chat with Tony Shields of FreshCap Mushrooms about how to get started with home-cultivated fungi.

If you're looking for a new gardening challenge with unique market potential, consider growing luffa gourds, an edible, exfoliating plant.

Ever considered growing peanuts? There are some challenges, but this author's experience, documented in her gardening journal, shows it can be done.

Ready to up your compost game? Start a worm bin to convert your leftovers and organic materials into worm compost (and grow tasty treats for your chickens).

Want to get a jump on Mother Nature this growing season? You can use plant starts and be ready to plant when spring rolls around.

Ginseng is an easy and profitable plant with an ancient medicinal tradition. And you can grow ginseng in your garden, in plots or in unused woodlands.

You don't have to go without fresh greens just because it's winter. New technology makes indoor gardening easier and more efficient.

You can reduce your fuel and food costs by heating with and eating from your woodlot and yard. Learn the basics of woodlot management.

When planning next year's garden, consider some heart-healthy herbs.

Amy Stoss quit a teaching job to pursue some "dirt therapy." We spoke to her about bringing micro-farming and permaculture principles to the suburbs.