Because peas grow vertically on a trellis or other support, plenty of space remains at their base for tucking in other vegetables or herbs. When companion planting, though, it is important to choose the right plants to grow together, as some provide wonderful benefits to each other, while others can hinder growth. The best companion …
Vegetable Gardening
Every gardener dreams of a bountiful harvest, a reward for the weeks and months of careful planting, watering, and weeding. Whether you have a sprawling backyard plot or a few containers on a sunny patio, maximizing your garden’s output is key to getting the most from your efforts and space. Strategic planning is your most …
Morel mushrooms are the elusive, honeycomb-capped treasures of the forest floor, prized by chefs and foragers for their rich, nutty flavor. But what if you could cultivate these gourmet fungi right in your own garden? While notoriously tricky to grow, a few key strategies can turn a patch of your backyard into a personal morel …
As another vibrant summer garden begins to wind down, many gardeners might think about hanging up their trowels for the year. But September is a golden opportunity for planting. This transitional month allows you to sow crops that will either provide a quick harvest before the first hard frost or establish strong roots to give …
Radishes are a wonderful, fast-growing crop to grow in the vegetable garden. Because they take as little as three weeks to mature, I like to tuck radishes in just about anywhere there’s a bit of extra space. By the time the other plants start getting big, the radishes can be harvested, freeing up more room …
Every gardener knows the deep satisfaction of harvesting a vegetable they planted from a tiny seed. The journey from soil to supper is rewarding, but let’s be honest—not all vegetables are created equal. While zucchini and lettuce might seem to grow themselves, other crops demand a level of patience, precision, and care that can test …
Here’s a fun truth: Growing garlic couldn’t be easier. It doesn’t require much, and once you eat homegrown garlic, you’ll want to grow your own all the time. Many think of garlic as a Mediterranean plant that cannot be grown in cooler climates. But modern varieties that have been specifically bred for cooler growing conditions …
We love dill (Anethum graveolens)! Our family uses it pretty much daily: adding it to green salads, flavoring cooked dishes, and mixing it into coleslaw. The aroma is so amazing and delicious that we never get tired of it. We use so much dill that we’d go broke if we had to buy it. Seriously! …
As summer comes to an end, it’s time to do some general garden maintenance, replenish the soil, and tidy up dead plants. Many summer veggies are done for the year; tomatoes are one of these. They might look rough, diseased, and unappealing. If you wonder how to dispose of tomato plants correctly, this quick guide …
September signals the perfect window for fall gardening. While summer’s heat fades, the soil still holds warmth from months of sunshine, creating ideal conditions for a second growing season. Cool mornings paired with mild days give you an extended planting opportunity that many gardeners overlook (as long as you aren’t in too cold a zone, …