Sometimes fruits like tomatoes or apples surprise us with seeds sprouting inside. This is called vivipary and it occurs when the natural protections within the fruit are no longer sufficient to … [Read more...]
Food Growing Tips
Tips for growing vegetables, herbs, and fruit both outdoors in hardiness zones 4 to 8 and indoors at home.
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20 Fast-Growing Vegetables (Spring or Fall)
10 Delicious Foods Hiding In Your Garden (Forage at Home)
We hear about foraging for food in the wild for things like berries, mushrooms, greens, and roots, but did you know there’s a whole bunch of delicious veggies in our gardens that we completely … [Read more...]
7 Unfortunate Garlic Growing Mistakes You Can Avoid
Ready to grow your own garlic? Whether it's hardneck or softneck, or some of each, these beginner tips will help you avoid common mistakes and ensure an abundant crop at harvest time. Best done in … [Read more...]
How To Grow Vegetables Outdoors in The Winter
Growing vegetables in winter is possible even in cold climates. Success depends on choosing the right crops and using protection like frost cloths or tunnels. I’ll show you how to get started. To … [Read more...]
20 Vegetables to Sow Midsummer for Fall (Seed Sowing Plan)
There are plenty of vegetable seeds to sow midsummer for late summer, fall, and winter harvests. The fast-growing ones will be ready to harvest in 4 to 8 weeks. The slower-growing, cool-tolerant crops … [Read more...]
How to Transplant Raspberries and Grow More Fruit
Transplant raspberry canes in spring or fall for better growth. A sunny spot with good air flow and well-draining soil can lead to bigger, healthier harvests. To grow fruit in planters, see 12 … [Read more...]
60 Plants To Grow For Homegrown Herbal Teas
Love tea and gardening? Why not grow your own specialty teas? This list shows a variety of plants you grow for their leaves, flowers, fruits, seeds, and roots to produce delicious, homemade … [Read more...]