The shorter days and cooler temperatures of autumn signal the end of the outdoor growing season for most plants, but for herbs grown indoors, the transition is ...
Starting a food garden doesn’t need to drain your wallet. In fact, some of the best veggie patches are built on a little creativity, a few hand-me-downs and the...
There’s something undeniably satisfying about stepping outside, snipping a few basil leaves and tossing them straight into a bowl of steaming pasta.
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If you’ve ever discovered an old bag of potting soil tucked away in the shed, you’ve probably wondered whether it’s still good to use. Unlike leftovers in the f...
In the age of sustainability and healthy living, many people strongly desire homegrown produce at their disposal year-round. However, if you reside in a smaller...
Fresh herbs are fickle. One warm kitchen and a bunch of basil can go from perky to past it in a day. Freezing is the simplest way to bank that just-picked flavo...
Fresh leaves don’t need a lawn. They need morning sun, cool roots, and containers you can reach without doing yoga. Use the plans below to match your space, the...
The traditional way of growing vegetables is to buy seeds ahead of the season, then start sowing them in spring. Many vegetable growers have done this from time...
Short on garden space? Garlic grows beautifully in containers on a patio, balcony or doorstep. The bulbs swell beneath the surface while tidy green leaves sit...
The best way to enjoy an abundance of fresh food during the growing season is by practising the cut-and-come-again harvesting method. The method allows you to k...