Like humans who have similar traits to our relatives, so does the plant genus, Allium, part of the Amaryllidaceae family. The Allium genus is made up of edibles (onion, garlic, leeks, chives) and ...

Leeks are a fantastic crop that is often seen as a vital winter vegetable but are actually capable of providing a harvest for up to eight months a year. With good planning, and growing different ...

Limited garden space can be overcome by using containers, raised beds and vertical gardening techniques. Containers are ideal for small spaces and can be moved to follow the sun, but require frequent ...

There are so many benefits to gardening, including it being a relaxing and rewarding hobby, no matter what you choose to grow or where you’re growing it. But it takes some planning—and a lot of ...

Paul recommends getting a head start by sowing brassica seeds such as kale, broccoli, and cabbage indoors from February to ...

Spring is on the horizon and February offers the opportunity to sow lots of vegetable seeds indoors to extend the growing season. So we look at some of the best vegetables to plant in February in a ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Sweeten things up in your garden with the colorful addition of melons. If you live in Zones 7-10, you can ...

I frequently receive questions from gardeners about the best timing for various gardening practices. Questions such as when is the best time to plant tomatoes or when is the proper time to treat the ...

There were plenty of lessons to be learned during this year’s growing season. I thought 2021 was challenging, what with the drought, excessively high temperatures and wildfire smoke. Surely 2022 ...

If you want fresh veggies and herbs for your meals without those last-minute supermarket runs, indoor gardening systems are a fairly painless and straightforward option. Many also come with built-in ...