20 Best Types of Basil to Grow for Fresh Flavors
Planting several types of basil is the best way to sample this herb's delicious diversity. Find the most flavorful and colorful varieties in this guide.
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How to Use Floating Row Covers to Stretch Your Growing Season
Protect your veggies from frost with floating row covers so you can enjoy a longer harvest. Follow this step-by-step guide to installing and using row covers.
10 Simple Tips for Growing Bell Peppers in Pots
Growing bell peppers in pots lets you make the most of limited growing space. Ensure a successful harvest with these must-know tips.
How and When to Harvest Peas at Their Peak
How and when to harvest peas depends on the type. Find out how to time your harvest right for each type of pea, and get tips for plucking pods without damaging the plant.
10 Best Vegetables for Raised Beds and Small Spaces
These easy-to-grow crops are the perfect vegetables for raised beds because they love loose, well-draining soil.
10 Best Potato Companion Plants to Keep Pests Away
Choosing the right potato companion plants is an all-natural way to keep your plants pest-free. Find the best ones for your garden with this guide.
How to Plant and Grow Grapes
Grow your own grapes using these tips on how to plant the vines, prune them, and keep them thriving. Make your own jams, jellies and more.
How to Plant and Grow Radishes
Learn how to plant and grow radishes from seed so you can harvest the tastiest roots for salads and snacking.
What to Know About Strawberry Season to Get the Sweetest Fruit
You’ll get the sweetest fruit if you buy locally grown during strawberry season. We have tips for picking market strawberries and growing your own.
7 Community Gardening Tips to Create a Thriving Plot
Discover how community gardening can help you grow plants and build connections in your neighborhood.
How to Plant and Grow a Tree Tomato (Tamarillo)
Find essential tips for growing the tree tomato, or tamarillo, an unusual plant grown for its egg-shaped, flavorful fruit.
When and How to Harvest Oregano at Its Peak Flavor
These tips on when and how to harvest oregano will give you the tastiest, more tender leaves while keeping your plant productive through the growing season.
How Much Sun Do Tomatoes Need for the Best Harvest?
Knowing exactly how much sun tomatoes need to grow lots of fruit is key to a successful harvest. Use this guide to ensure your tomato plants get the right amount of sunlight.
10 Best Asparagus Companion Plants to Grow Together
In this simple guide, discover the top asparagus companion plants to maximize your garden space and keep pests away.
How and When to Start Tomato Seeds Indoors
Find out exactly how and when to start tomato seeds indoors so they'll be ready to transplant into your garden in spring.
How to Plant and Grow Swiss Chard
Swiss chard is an easy leafy green to grow for a colorful addition to salads, sandwiches, and sides. This guide explains everything you need to know to grow it in your garden.
How to Grow Sweet Potatoes in Containers for a Tasty Harvest
This guide covers how to grow sweet potatoes in containers, including must-know tips on choosing containers, planting, care, and harvesting.
10 Tips for Growing Zucchini in Pots
With these tips for growing zucchini in pots, you can grow and harvest zucchini in a small garden, balcony, or patio space.
How to Plant and Grow Leeks
Growing leeks requires patience, but learning the best way to plant and grow this vegetable makes it worth the wait.
How to Harvest Rosemary for Its Fragrant Leaves
These tips on how to harvest rosemary will help you gather plenty of fresh leaves at peak flavor from potted plants and herb gardens too.