Just like onions, garlic is a cool weather crop. Garlic requires cold weather because the bulb should split into cloves and sometimes trigger division of cells. Having said that, the best time…

Growing up with a little garden, producing plants in pots was my first taste of growing my own food. From the chives in the big garden pots, to the little pots of mint and coriander sitting…

Growing potatoes in containers can make gardening accessible for the small space gardener. When you grow potatoes in a container, harvesting is easier because all the tubers are in one place. Potatoes…

The aromatic garlic is the perfect addition to every meal, but it also comes packed with tons of nutrients and a variety of medicinal properties. Garlic is rich in important nutrients, such…

Choosing which variety of carrot to grow is an important decision for the home gardener. Carrots are a staple in many gardens, and it is important to grow the right variety to…

Do you live in an apartment or a house with a small backyard? Have you always wanted a garden but don’t have enough space? There’s a solution: Bucket gardening. All you need are…

The Brandywine varieties are some of the most popular heirloom tomatoes grown in North America. They are known for their huge size, great taste, and pumpkin-like ridges. Many color options are also…

It’s not that hard to grow a hundred pounds of potatoes, and once you read the steps, you’ll be surprised just how easy it is. Growing potatoes in a barrel (or bucket)…

What are the best hot weather vegetables to grow? Spring and fall you have so many choices for your vegetable garden, but when the dog days of summer hit, especially in the…

Do you feel like you just want to maximize your garden by growing fast veggies first and then planting slower growing ones afterward? If your answer is positive, then we have a whole…