Vegetable

Fall is the perfect time to give your garden a second life with a fresh crop of vegetables. The cooler weather makes it ideal for growing hearty greens and root veggies that thrive in the crisp air. If you’re wondering what to plant, you’ll be surprised at the variety of fall garden vegetables that can …

Growing potatoes in straw is a fantastic way to dive into home gardening, offering a simple yet effective method to yield fresh, organic potatoes right from your backyard. This simple method makes it easy to grow potatoes without heavy digging. First, choose the right potato variety and find suitable containers like large pots or even …

How to plant sweet potato plants becomes a thrilling adventure when you embark on the journey of cultivating your own produce. This endeavor not only satisfies the palate but also brings deep satisfaction to the soul. Now, let's shine a spotlight on one remarkable player in the realm of self-cultivation—the sweet potato plant. Packed with …

Growing a variety of cool season vegeatbles is the easiest way to have fresh food in your own backyard from fall through spring. Today I want to talk to you about the types of vegetables that do good in the fall garden. Almost any vegetable that you plant in early spring, such as lettuce or …

Greetings, fellow gardening aficionados! I'm absolutely thrilled to delve into the world of natural gardening tips for fall planting with you. There's a unique satisfaction that comes with getting your hands in the soil during the crisp days of autumn, all in preparation for a garden that will burst with life come spring. And you …

When winter's chill descends upon your garden, it might seem like your green thumb has to take a long hiatus. But wait, there's good news for gardening enthusiasts – the cold season doesn't have to mark the end of your horticultural endeavors, especially once you understand vegetable garden frost protection methods. With the right techniques …

Before planting the vegetable garden, it is a good idea to make a plan on paper then prepare cold frames or tunnel houses to protect the crops from unexpected frost in spring. Planning a vegetable garden on paper is something many gardeners do, but they often forget about planning an early spring vegetable garden. Planning the …

If you want to grow vegetables but don’t have a yard or can’t get down on the ground to work a vegetable garden all is not lost, try container vegetable gardening this year. There are numerous varieties on the market that are designed specifically for container gardening – from corn to eggplant, tomatoes, peppers and …

A survival food garden is a great way to work towards emergency preparedness by learning to grow and preserve food in a variety of ways including canning, freezing, salting, storing in oil and dehydrating. These days everyone is thinking about emergency preparedness. Whether they are thinking of disaster preparedness in the event of an earthquake, …

Disclaimer: This is a guest post from Sustainable Seed Company. I did not receive any compensation for this post. I chose to share it because it contains useful information for my readers. Have you ever wondered what the 10 easiest vegetables to grow from seed are? Growing your own food is the most gratifying and …

Long season garden plants are either those that take a long time to flower, produce their crop or fruit for an extended period of time. Many plants will bloom longer if the faded blooms are cut off. This process is known as deadheading. Most plants need an inch of water a week to thrive and …

You can eat better and save money by growing a garden! With spring fast approaching, many of you are in the final stages of deciding what to grow in your vegetable garden this coming year. Most of us will agree that growing our own food not only produces better tasting produce, but also allows us …

It's the start of another year - and what better way to start off a new year than to direct sow carrot seed in the garden. Yes, you heard that right. Here in Indiana - United States Department of Agriculture hardiness zone 6 - I sow carrot seed in the garden on January 1. Now …

Sustainable gardening practices that are economically viable are easier to achieve when you go green with hydroponics. Gardening without soil offers solutions for third world countries, worn out agricultural land plus have the advantage of being environmentally friendly. As people become more aware of the damage chemicals and pesticides cause the need for a better …

The cool, crisp days of September are upon us. Most of the garden harvest is in and you may be thinking of putting your garden to bed for the winter. But wait! There is still time to plant more cool season crops in the Mid-West.

This year I decided to try a tomato sampler challenge to see which tomatoes tasted the best and ripened the fastest here in my Indiana garden. Waiting for the first tomatoes of the season to ripen - especially if you are growing new varieties - is hard. I grow a lot of heirloom varieties on …

Yes, you can harvest free vegetables year-round in any climate! Getting a head start on the vegetable garden can be tricky if you wait until January because of frozen ground. It seems this time of year if the ground is not frozen it is wet. Neither condition is conducive to tilling, seeding or planting. There …

Growing edible crops in pots is all the rage these days. Many people who choose to grow edible plants in their container gardens don’t think of flowers or houseplants as being the same thing as container gardening. While it is the same basic principle, it’s not generally classified the same way. Most people just think …

There are a number of vegetables to plant in February outdoors in the garden, even in cold climates. February means the garden season is one month closer. It also means it is time to tap maple trees. Mid-West gardeners know that by the end of February they are just 12 short weeks away from the …

Winter sown vegetables not only let you get a head start on the spring garden, but they also are tender and taste sweeter than vegetables grown during the typical garden season. This is because cooler weather tends to bring out the sweetness in many vegetables such as carrots. Lettuce grown during the cool months melts …

Most gardeners, such as Jeff Lowenfels, a garden writer from Anchorage, Alaska, are generous people who enjoy sharing the bounty of their garden with others. Lowenfels began the Plant a Row for the Hungry (PAR) program by asking gardeners to plant an extra row of beans in their garden for an Anchorage soup kitchen. From …

If you've ever wondered what garden seeds to plant in June, you are not alone. Mid-June is here and with it comes the heat of summer. For many gardeners, the continual rain this year has interfered with getting their vegetables planted. Do not fear if this is the case in your situation. There is still …

There are so many advantages of hydroponic gardening that it just makes sense to convert over to it, especially if you wish to grow vegetables year-round or produce mass quantities of food in limited space. Growing food in hydroponic units lessens our reliance on factory farm produced food. For every person that lessens their need …

Learn how to extend the spring vegetable garden and grow those cool weather plants that normally die out or turn bitter right through the summer and into fall. Cool-weather plants, such as lettuce, cabbage, broccoli, and peas, are happiest when planted in the early spring and harvested before the heat of summer sets in. So …

Knowing when to plant in spring is half the battle of successful gardening. Gardeners who plant too early end up with dead or damaged crops while gardeners who plant too late wait longer to get harvests. The general rule of thumb is to plant after the last frost in your area. Timing is important and …

Vegetable growing realities reap more than just economic benefits. Growing vegetables should be about more than just necessity. Gardening should be fun for the entire family since even the tiniest family member can be involved. It should give you a sense of self-sufficiency, bring variety into your diet and help you save money on your …

Yes, you can learn how to grow peanuts even if you live in a cool climate! Peanuts, famous for being grown in the south, can be a star of your garden even if you live in a cool climate. For those in zone 8B to 11, there is a perennial variety. Native to South America, …

While this may seem like a topic that needs to be in the gardening section, some people might disagree. However, a question I am often asked is how much to plant in my garden this year? After all, if you are growing your own food and preserving it, you do need to know how much to …