If you like hot peppers, habaneros are the go-to for heat lovers. The fruits have just the right level of heat, balanced with a pleasing smoky, fruity flavor. There are numerous cultivars with different heat levels to please any palate. Learn all about how to plant and grow these intensely flavorful chilies in this guide.
Chickpeas aka garbanzo beans are versatile legumes delicious in hummus, curries, fritters, stews, and salads. They are surprisingly easy to grow in the home garden if you have the right conditions, and are sown in spring then harvested in fall. Learn how to plant and grow your own chickpeas in this guide. Read more now.
Scallop squash are tender, tasty, and beautifully shaped, resembling pies or flying saucers. And with a wide selection of different types to choose from, even the pickiest gardener is bound to find a patty pan that will become a new favorite. Discover 13 of the best types of patty pan squash in this guide. Read more now.
‘Pirat’ lettuce is a disease-resistant, adaptable, and absolutely delicious cultivar. It’s slow to bolt even in hot weather and is hardy enough to survive a frost. The soft, crisp leaves on loose heads take your salads and sandwiches to the next level. Learn how to plant and grow this butterhead type in this guide.
Garden peas are legumes with edible seeds inside tough, fibrous pods. These annuals are suited to cultivation in Zones 3 to 10 and prefer full sun and moist, well-drained, organically-rich soil. Plants have bushy or vining growth habits and can produce one crop or multiple. Learn how to harvest garden peas in this guide.
‘Oscarde’ lettuce is an oak leaf variety that has a beautiful appearance and exceptional flavor, with reddish-brown leaves and bright green centers. It’s incredibly tough and won’t even flinch in a hard freeze – but it doesn’t enjoy hot weather. Learn how to plant and grow ‘Oscarde’ in this guide. Read more now.
If you love summer squash why not add some interest to your patch (and plate) with delightful looking and delicious patty pan? These scallop-shaped squash grow on compact bush plants rather than vines, taking up little room in the garden. Learn how to plant and grow patty pan squash in this guide. Read more now.
Looking for a fantastic lettuce that grows in warm weather? ‘Nevada’ is a summer crisp aka Batavian cultivar that is slow to bolt, heat tolerant, and flavorful. It’s truly an exceptional cultivar that will quickly become a favorite in your veggie patch. Learn how to plant and grow ‘Nevada’ lettuce in this guide. Read more.
‘Sugar Bon’ is a type of snap pea that grows just one to two feet tall, perfect for smaller vegetable gardens. The diminutive, self-supporting plants produce high yields of delicious, sweet, edible pod peas while also being more heat tolerant than many other types. Learn how to plant and grow these legumes in this guide.
If you want to grow your own celery, you may not know that there are several different varieties available, including self-blanching types, bolt-resistant varieties, and even a unique cultivar with purple stems! Discover 9 of the best celery cultivars to grow at home and choose your favorite now. Read more.
Turban, aka Turk’s turban squash is a winter variety instantly recognizable with its colorful, funky-shaped fruits that can weigh over five pounds. While not the most flavorful, the gourds can be used for stuffing and they make wonderful additions to autumn displays. Learn how to plant and grow Turk’s turban in this guide.
Fast-growing and spicy, homegrown mustard greens will produce a lot of seeds that can be collected and stored for future planting. Saving seeds from your plants is an economical way to ensure a bountiful crop of your favorite varieties in future seasons. Discover when and how to harvest your own mustard green seeds.
Cauliflower can be a challenging cool-weather crop to grow in the home garden. Sometimes, developing curds that should be snowy white take on a purplish hue. Learn what causes this phenomenon, how to avoid it, and what it means in terms of crop quality. We’re discussing purplish cauliflower, here on Gardener’s Path!
A loose leaf member of the cabbage family, kale is a cool season vegetable with sweet to earthy flavors and superb nutrition. Easily cultivated in beds or containers, successive plantings can be harvested almost year round. Learn how to plant and grow kale for delicious, healthy greens in this guide. Read more now.
If you love sweet, mildly flavored leaves that can be cooked or eaten raw, then you probably love Chinese cabbage. There are many different types that you can pick from. Napa cabbage, pak choi, and tatsoi make up the Chinese cabbage group. Discover 25 of the best cultivars to grow at home in this guide. Read more now.
If you’re growing celery, you might be wondering how to keep it from becoming too bitter. Or maybe you harvested stalks that you can barely eat, they’re so acrid. Discover why your celery is bitter and what you can do to fix it in this guide. Plus, we share favorite recipes for even the bitterest celery. Read more now.
Red potatoes have a similar skin color but they can vary dramatically in size, shape, and texture. Some have yellow flesh and others are white and creamy, and many cultivars have enhanced disease-resistance. Learn more about 17 of the best red potatoes to grow in your vegetable garden in this guide. Read more now.
White potatoes come in lots of sizes and shapes, with many disease-resistant, high-yielding cultivars. Whether you want a good chipper or to make some of the smoothest mashed potatoes you’ve ever seen, there’s a variety to suit your needs. This guide explores 19 of the best white potato varieties to grow at home.
Love English peas but have a hard time narrowing down which variety to grow? ‘Wando’ is an adaptable bush-type English pea that is prolific, tough, and cold-hardy. If you love shelling types, this is going to be a new favorite thanks to the sweet, flavorful pods. Learn how to plant and grow ‘Wando’ peas in this guide.
Looking for a new leafy green vegetable to grow this season? Chinese broccoli is a quick-growing crop similar to broccoli, but with tender shoots and a more distinct bittersweet flavor. All parts of this plant are edible, including the stalks, leaves, and florets. Read on to learn more about growing Chinese broccoli.
Kale comes in several varieties, ranging in color from light green to deep purple. But when the leaves start turning yellow, you may be wondering if they’re safe to eat. To learn more about why your leaves may have changed color and whether you can still eat kale that has turned yellow, read more now.
Cauliflower is a cool weather crop that can be challenging to cultivate. Sometimes growing conditions are less than optimal and the heads don’t form as they should. Join us to learn about 9 common disorders that may cause irregular cauliflower head formation, and measures to avoid them. Read more now.
Nothing tastes better than fresh, homegrown arugula. Did you know that there are numerous varieties to choose from, each with a slightly different flavor, texture, or color? We round up nine of the best varieties of arugula for you to grow in your vegetable garden this season. Learn more about our favorites now.
Are you planning to start vegetables, flowers, or other plants from seed? If so, potting medium is one of the essential supplies, and there are a variety of different types of potting soils to choose from. Learn more about how to select the right growing medium for starting seeds in this guide. Read more now.
Underutilized in American kitchens but delicious and worthy of a larger role in everyday recipes, leeks are easy to grow. They require rich soil, a good amount of water, and lots of sun. Read on for expert tips and advice about how to add this member of the onion family to your garden, and dine like the French do.
Whether you enjoy it in sauerkraut, soup, or coleslaw, cabbage is a versatile addition to your vegetable patch. With different colors, textures, and sizes there are lots of varieties to choose from. Learn more about the different types of cabbage and choose the perfect one for your garden. Read more now.
Are you planning to start garden plants from seed? When it comes to choosing trays or pots, there are many different options: plastic, rubber, silicone, or biodegradable. And you can even make your own DIY pots. Learn more about the different types of pots and trays for starting seeds in this guide. Read more now.
‘Nantes’ could become your new favorite carrot to grow in the garden. It’s tender and sweet, bright orange, and virtually coreless. And you can eat this variety without peeling it first. This guide covers how to sow and care for this crop, and enjoy the haul. Zoodles, carrot cake, and roasted roots are all on the menu.
Do you like hot peppers? If you can stand the heat, why not try growing ghost peppers? Once thought to be the hottest pepper in the world, the bhut jolokia packs an almighty punch of flavor and adds sizzling heat to a variety of dishes. Learn how to plant and grow ghost peppers with these top tips. Read more now.
Want to grow tomatoes from seed? It’s easy to start these delicious summer vegetables from the comfort of home, and then transplant them to your garden. We explain when to start and what you’ll need, with step by step instructions. Learn how to start your own seeds and harvest a bumper crop of juicy ripe tomatoes now.
Are you planning to grow seed starts for a vegetable garden or flower border? Seeds are an obvious requirement, but there are a number of other supplies you’ll need as well, like potting medium and containers. Have a look at our checklist of 11 supplies you need for starting seeds here. Read more now.
Artichokes are perennials that can produce for decades, but gardeners in cold regions often grow them as annuals. If you live in a northern climate, you can do some preparations before winter to keep your plants coming back year after year. Learn how to winterize artichoke plants in this guide. Read more now.
Are you short of gardening space in your yard but love growing cabbage? Or maybe your garden doesn’t have the right soil for these brassicas? Don’t worry, you can grow these cool-weather plants in containers instead. Learn more about how to plant and grow cabbage in containers in this guide. Read more now.
If you notice discoloration on the outside of your tomatoes, they might have sunscald. This problem results in light green, yellow, or brown patches. It’s caused by a combination of heat and too much sunlight. Learn more about this physiological disorder and how to prevent it so you can enjoy perfect tomatoes. Read more.
Interested in growing garden plants to attract black swallowtail butterflies? Members of the carrot family are a favorite of these pollinators, which can make their homes in our gardens at many different stages. Learn more about growing plants in the carrot family for black swallowtail butterflies in this guide. Read more.
Easy to grow, everyone’s favorite green summer squash is also a breeze to pick with the right technique. You can’t just tear these vegetables off the vine, a more refined approach is required. You’ll also want to make sure you get your timing right. Learn more about how to harvest zucchini in this guide. Read more now.
If you slice into your freshly harvested zucchini fruits and find the center hollowed out, you’re probably dealing with hollow heart. Hollow centers can be caused by pollination problems, water issues, or nutrient deficiencies. Learn more about this issue and how to prevent and manage it in this guide. Read more now.
‘Parris Island Cos’ lettuce is a heat- and drought-resistant romaine type that forms crisp, cupped leaves with a mild flavor and refreshing crunch. This cultivar is mosaic virus resistant and doesn’t bolt easily. Learn more about how to plant and grow this tried-and-true variety in this guide. Read more now.
Carrots are a staple in the vegetable garden but they can fall prey to a number of diseases, from mild, mostly inconsequential problems like powdery mildew to the harvest-destroying white rot. Learn about 11 common carrot diseases and how to identify, prevent, and treat them in this guide. Read more now.
Loved for both their ornamental and edible qualities, scarlet runner beans have bright red blooms that attract pollinators. Plus, these climbing plants have some advantages over regular pole beans and there are many different cultivars to choose from. Learn how to grow and care for scarlet runner beans in this guide.
Miner’s lettuce is a nutritious, delicious green with a delicate flavor and refreshing crunch. It’s easy to grow and thrives in cool temperatures. Miners used to carry it with them into the mines to stave off malnutrition and it’s popular with foragers. Learn how to plant and grow claytonia in this guide. Read more now.
If you’re growing peas and the plants look healthy but fail to produce pods, there are a number of different reasons why this may happen. From lack of nutrients to excessively warm temperatures, in this guide we’ll help you figure out why your peas aren’t producing the flavorful pods and what to do about it. Read more.
Under stressful conditions such as too much heat or lack of moisture, many garden vegetables will bolt, or send out flowers to complete their lifecycle prematurely. This can cause the roots to become woody and tough, and the leaves to turn bitter. Learn more about bolting in beets and how to prevent it in this guide.
Pea shoots, the young and tender growing tips of pea plants, are an early spring treat with a decidedly gourmet appeal. Plus, these delicious garden greens are easy to grow and harvest, and can be part of your low waste gardening strategy. Learn how to grow and harvest pea shoots in this guide. Read more now.
Through the power of microbial action, inoculants help legumes convert nitrogen from the air into soil nitrogen they need to grow and thrive. Using these beneficial microbes can mean the difference between a paltry harvest and a plentiful one! Learn about 7 legume inoculants for the garden in this guide. Read more now.
Growing potatoes in straw is a simple, yet effective way of yielding delicious tubers. It’s cheap, saves you work, yields clean potatoes, and that’s just the beginning! In our guide, we’ll discuss the benefits of growing spuds in straw, a list of what you’ll need, and a thorough how-to. Read more now.
Watercress is literally the most nutritionally dense vegetable you can grow, according to the CDC. Plus, you don’t need running water to grow this peppery little plant, in spite of what you may have heard. Learn more about growing watercress in the soil, water, or hydroponically in this comprehensive guide. Read more now.
Red and purple beets are super, but yellow and gold ones are arguably better. Golden beets are sweeter and less earthy than their darker cousins, and they’re undeniably pretty on the plate. In this guide, we’ll introduce some of the best cultivar options and how to plant and grow the most flavorful golden beets.
Ready to always have fresh salad ingredients for harvesting? You need to grow leaf lettuce. An easy-to-grow annual vegetable for the home gardener, leaf lettuce requires proper cultivation for peak tastiness. Our guide has all the info you need, from sowing protocols to plant health care. Read more now.
Spinach is a fast growing, highly nutritious annual vegetable grown for its tender, tasty leaves that can be eaten raw or cooked. A cut-and-come-again crop, repeat sowing gives multiple harvests, and it thrives in cool temperatures but can also be grown in summer with light shade. Learn how to grow spinach in this guide.
Do you like spicy food? Then you should be growing cayenne peppers in your garden. There are over a dozen cultivars, with one to suit any preference, and they mature quickly, so you can dig in sooner. Learn about the different cultivars and how to start, plant, and care for these smoky, spicy chili treats.
Soft rot in lettuce is a terrible, awful, no-good bacterial disease. As you might have guessed from the name, it causes rotten, soft areas in lettuce plants. It can completely destroy your lettuce heads, and there’s no known cure. Learn more about what you can do to prevent and deal with soft rot in lettuce in this guide.
Arugula is generally a tough, resilient plant, but if disease happens to come its way, acting fast is crucial. To do that, you need to know what to watch for and what to do if you see problems. This guide explains 5 common arugula diseases, from downy mildew to bacterial leaf spot, and how to deal with them.
Asparagus intimidates some gardeners. As a perennial, it takes a different skill set than something like zucchini or lettuce. But don’t let it scare you. You can succeed with cultivating those tasty little spears. We’ll help you become an asparagus growing professional with this comprehensive growing guide.
If you’re growing lettuce and you notice white spots on the leaves, you need to act fast to save your crops. Spotting on the leaves can be caused by a couple of different diseases as well as a particular pest. Learn what causes white spots on lettuce and what to do about it in this guide. Read more now.
‘Butterkin’ is a hybrid cross between a pumpkin and a butternut squash, giving you the rounded shape of a pumpkin with the sweet nutty flavor of a butternut. This winter squash variety is relatively low-maintenance and can be stored up to six months after curing. Learn how to plant and grow ‘Butterkin’ in this guide.
‘Sugar Daddy’ is a wonderful sugar snap pea variety. It has the delightfully plump, juicy orbs with a sweet, herbaceous, slightly fruity flavor, minus the annoying pod strings. Plus, it’s resistant to powdery mildew. Learn all about propagating, planting, and growing ‘Sugar Daddy’ in this guide. Read more now.
‘Winter Density’ is a fantastic crisp, juicy cross between butterhead and romaine lettuce. It’s tolerant of frost and won’t bolt in mild heat. Plus, it’s resistant to most fungal diseases, making growing it a cinch. Learn how to plant, and grow ‘Winter Density’ lettuce in this comprehensive guide. Read more now.
Purple and blue potatoes are healthier for you than your average spud and come in eye-catching hues sure to wow everyone at the dinner table. Some are colored all the way through the flesh and others feature white flesh. Learn about 13 of the best blue and purple potato varieties to grow at home in this guide. Read more.
Looking for a type of brussels sprout that won’t tip over in the wind, or one that won’t succumb to deadly mildew? How about a cultivar with tiny buds that are perfect for freezing? No matter what you’re looking for, we have 15 of the best varieties of brussels sprouts to share that are sure to suit your needs.
Shallots are a type of onion that has a sweet, mild flavor beloved of fine-dining chefs that can be difficult to find in the grocery store. Why not try growing your own? Discover how to plant and grow gourmet shallots in your garden now with this guide. Plus, we’ll share our favorite recipe ideas! Read more now.
Are you having trouble figuring out how to tell if your homegrown pumpkins are ripe and ready for picking? In this guide, we reveal the five signs that your gourds are ready to harvest. Plus, we discuss the proper way to pick a pumpkin and the one important step you shouldn’t miss. Learn all you need to know now.
Often labeled as a superfood, kale is a trendy leafy green that’s found in everything from salads and grain bowls to smoothies and juices. But how nutritious is raw kale actually, and are there any potential downsides to eating it? Read more about the potential health benefits of eating raw kale now.
You’ve probably heard of green and red cabbage, but what about savoy? This variety has crinkled green leaves with a sweet flavor. Its deep green color and visually interesting texture make it a beautiful addition to your garden. Crunchy yet tender, this is a fantastic variety for using in slaws. Learn more now.
Cauliflower is a cool-season crop that can be challenging to cultivate. Did you know that some varieties require your intervention to be able to produce unblemished heads? The technique is called blanching, and it protects the developing heads from sun damage. Learn when and how to do it. Read on for easy instructions.
Discover the rich history of the three sisters garden, a sustainable planting method rooted in Native American traditions. Learn how to cultivate corn, beans, and squash together to harness their companion planting benefits for a bountiful harvest. Explore the synergy of this agricultural technique.
If you love the aromatic flavor of garlic in your cooking, why not try growing it at home in containers? Planting in pots saves space in your garden and gives you a head start on the long growing season. With our tips, you’ll be enjoying your own homegrown harvest of deliciousness. Learn how to grow garlic in containers now.
Beet pests can completely derail your harvest. From maggots that chew up the roots to miners that tunnel through leaves, there are plenty of bugs to watch out for that can quickly destroy a healthy plant. This article will arm you with the knowledge you need to identify and eradicate the most common beet foes.
You fertilized, watered, and fussed over your turnips for weeks, and it’s time to pull them from the ground. But instead of perfectly-shaped roots, you find cracked, split, or rotten ones instead. What went wrong? What could you have done differently? Read on to learn what causes these issues and how to prevent them.
Is there a difference between broccolini and broccoli rabe? Or are they the same? These two veggies look a lot alike and have similar names. But they are different – in their origins, how they grow in the garden, and how you’ll want to use them in the kitchen! To learn what distinguishes these two veggies, keep reading.
Choosing to grow kale in the home garden is an excellent choice. Who doesn’t want a fresh patch of healthy leafy greens to pick from, right in the backyard? But knowing how much sunshine per day this cruciferous vegetable requires? That’s another question. To find out how much sun to provide your kale, read more now.
Cauliflower is one of the more difficult cool-weather crops to grow. If climate, soil, and moisture conditions are not ideal, the curd may not mature as it should. Sometimes, instead of being smooth, it looks fuzzy. Learn what causes this, how to avoid it, and if the affected crop is edible. Read more now.
Hunting for a root vegetable teeming with health benefits? Look no further than the beet. This earthy vegetable contains several key nutrients that are vital to our health. With a plethora of cultivars to choose from, you’ll be eager to add them to your garden. Read on to learn about what this veggie has to offer.
If you love the taste of homegrown carrots but haven’t had much success with them in your garden, why not try growing them indoors? An indoor garden can provide you with a year-round harvest of fresh, sweet, and tasty roots – and it’s easy when you know how to grow them successfully. Read more now to get our tips.
Turn up your diet quality with turnip greens! This leafy vegetable packs in a powerful nutritional punch. Turnips are best known for their roots, but don’t forget to keep the tops too! Adding the homegrown greens to salads or sauteing them with aromatics offers many robust health benefits. Read on to learn more.
Did you know you can grow collard greens in the winter months? Collard greens are very cold hardy and a touch of frost improves their flavor and texture. With just a few simple tips, you can enjoy fresh homegrown greens long after other crops have withered. Learn how to grow collards in cold weather in this guide.
Are you interested in expanding your repertoire of leafy green vegetables in the garden? Then colorful Swiss chard is for you. Cold and heat tolerant, it produces multiple harvests per season, and can be eaten cooked and raw in a variety of dishes. Learn how to cultivate it in your garden, here on Gardener’s Path.
If you want to grow kale, an important first step is figuring out when you should sow the seeds. Assessing various factors, including where you live and the time of year, can help you to figure this out. By planting at the right time, you will be rewarded with an abundant harvest of nutritious greens. Read more now.
Broccoli isn’t the easiest cruciferous vegetable to cultivate. It needs cool weather and a host of other favorable growing conditions. Sometimes, instead of one large, compact head, multiple small ones called buttons develop. Learn why this happens, and what measures you can take to avoid it, here on Gardener’s Path.
Craving homegrown cauliflower but you’re short on garden space? Struggling with soil-borne diseases in the veggie patch? Don’t worry! Growing your own cauliflower in a container is easier than you might expect. Our guide will arm you with the knowledge you need, from selection and planting to troubleshooting and more.
Juicy, vibrant, and packed with nutrients, beets are one crop that’s worth growing in abundance in your garden. Luckily, harvesting this delicious root is easy and options for preservation are almost endless. Read more now for tips and tricks on how to harvest and store beets, plus some fun recipe ideas to try.
Can’t understand why your turnip crop keeps bolting? Bolting is caused by stress on plants and can be easily addressed with a few simple tricks. Learn what factors can cause bolting in turnips and explore some ways that you can prevent your turnip crop from bolting. Read more now.
You may know collard greens as a Southern side dish staple, but did you know they also offer a multitude of potential health benefits? With plenty of vitamins, minerals, and fiber, collards make a great addition to your diet. And they can be quite simple to grow – a no-brainer to add to your garden! Read more now.
Planting kale in your vegetable garden? You’ll want to know the best common companion plants for this garden veggie. If so, you have come to the right place. Learn which plants will attract beneficial insects, repel pests, provide ground cover, and act as nitrogen fixers for this garden staple. Read more now.
You’ve nourished and cared for your pumpkin seedlings, and they’ve grown vines and leaves. Flowers should’ve appeared by now, but you don’t see any blooms – and no flowers means no fruit. Did something go wrong? Read more now to learn the top 5 reasons why your pumpkin vine isn’t blooming, and what to do about it.
Chard makes a nutritious and colorful addition to your vegetable patch. This leafy green is easy to grow and there are lots of varieties to choose from. With different flavors, textures, and colors you’re sure to find a variety perfect for your garden. Learn more about the different types of chard with our 9 top picks.
Kale has healthy nutrients, a delicious taste, striking beauty, and is easy to grow – making it a beloved staple in the vegetable garden. Why not increase your enjoyment of this super-veggie with plants grown from your own seed collection? Smart, organic, and economical, here’s how to harvest and store kale seeds.
There’s nothing worse than nurturing your beets all season long, only to discover at harvest time that they’re too small or totally deformed. This article will help you understand why your beets aren’t picture-perfect, and what to do about it to avoid this devastating problem next time you try growing beets.
If you’re looking to pull a fresh, crisp vegetable from your winter garden, consider winter cabbage. Storage varieties can withstand cold temperatures and frosts without sustaining much damage. Learn about important factors such as planting dates and crop protection for a successful late-season harvest. Read more now.
If your pumpkin vine died just a few weeks before harvest time, you’re probably at a loss for what to do with your green pumpkins. But did you know there’s something you can do to help them turn orange? In this guide, learn our favorite trick, and discover a few reasons why vines may die early. Read more.
Whether you grow field, pie, or hull-less pumpkin varieties, saving the seeds to eat is a bonus! Here’s how to pick the best varieties to grow if you want to roast the seeds, and how to spot the winter squash with the most seeds. Follow these selection and collection tips for a nutritious harvest ready to roast.
While it may not be as trendy as cauliflower or kale, cabbage is a low calorie vegetable that packs a serious nutritional punch. A member of the Brassica genus, cabbage is rich in several important vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Want to find out just how nutritious raw cabbage actually is? Read more now.
Are you growing arugula in your garden and wondering when and how to harvest it for crispy leaves with the tastiest flavor? Find out how to pick baby greens for a mild flavor or enjoy a peppery kick from more mature leaves. Get the best out of your greens and learn how and when to harvest arugula. Read more now.
Want to try your hand at growing your own crop of mushrooms indoors? There’s a wealth of grow kits available, offering a variety of different types of delicious, edible fungi, with options for budding mycologists as well as experienced growers. Learn more about 17 of the best mushroom growing kits now. Read more.
Cauliflower is a cool-weather crop that is often challenging to grow. Sometimes it yields an abundance of snowy white, purple, green, or even orange heads. Other times, you’re rewarded with mounds of foliage, but there’s not a single head in sight. To discover 11 reasons why this may happen, read more now.
Are you looking for the best companion plants for your Swiss chard? Whether you want them to deter pests, add nutrients to the soil, or serve as a living mulch, some excellent options are available that may help your chard to thrive. Discover the top garden buddies for these tasty and colorful leafy greens now.
Are you growing brussels sprouts in your garden and wondering how best to harvest them? There’s nothing better than a homegrown sprout, fresh off the stalk. Learn when to pick them for the sweetest flavor and the different ways to go about it – plus some maintenance tips to ensure you get the best crop. Read more now.
Garlic is a kitchen must-have. And you can enjoy the rich flavor of your own harvest year-round with one, or all, of our storage methods. Use a traditional braid to hang bulbs from the rafters, or try them dehydrated, frozen, or even pickled. Find out how to cure and store garlic from the garden now. Read more.
Growing asparagus at home is worth some extra effort. One way to increase productivity and improve plant health is to cut back dead foliage in the fall. Before the freezing temperatures of winter take hold, you can prepare your asparagus plants to survive and thrive, ready to grow in spring. Learn more now.
Are you curious about harvesting the leaves from your beet plants to use in the kitchen? Cooking up tasty plant-based dishes with this often overlooked source of fresh greens is a great way to reduce food waste and add another healthy vegetable to your diet. To learn how and when to harvest beet greens, read more now.