Edible

Learn all about edible gardening to improve your health, save on groceries, and reconnect with nature. Our detailed guides show you how to grow food!

One of the bush vs. vining cucumbers, appearing to have two crops dangling on the plant sitting on the dark brown soil

Vegetables

Bush vs. Vining Cucumbers: Which Is Right for Your Garden?

If you’re asking yourself whether it makes the most sense to grow bush vs. vining cucumbers, worry not! Some basic considerations will help you make the most informed decision, and that leads to lots of delicious cukes. Experienced gardener, Sarah Jay, covers what to think about before you grow.

A crate of plants meant to grow herbs indoors vs. outdoors, surrounded by other greens and pots containing a variety of herbs

Herbs

Growing Herbs Indoors vs. Outdoors: Which Is Better for Spring

Is there a difference when you grow herbs indoors vs. outdoors? The answer depends on the context. If you live in a mild climate, both environments may be similar. If your indoor space is sunny, it could be basically the same. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay discusses what differences exist between the two and how to approach growing herbs in both places.

A close-up and overhead shot of brown-copper colored fungi caps, all clustered together alongside several separate stems, showcasing the chestnut mushrooms

Edible

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Chestnut Mushrooms

Chestnut mushrooms add a nutty, peppery, and mildly sweet flavor profile to dishes, but they’re usually only available in specialty stores. Thankfully, you can easily grow your own at home, either in a kit or in hardwood logs. Experienced gardener, Sarah Jay, discusses how to do it here.

A close-up shot of a group of potted orange tree, all placed on a small patio area, showcasing how to start a container orchard

Fruits

How to Start a Container Orchard in Small Spaces

If you think you can’t grow fruits in small garden spaces, think again. It’s possible to start an entire orchard in pots alone, delivering delicious harvests without ever planting anything in the ground. Follow this guide to find out how.

A close-up shot of a small composition of freshly harvested and opened, purple colored pods of the sugar magnolia snap peas

Vegetables

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for ‘Sugar Magnolia’ Snap Peas

If you love the sweetness of a snap pea in early spring, grow ‘Sugar Magnolia’ snap peas in your garden this year. This vigorous and visually interesting pea is a perfect addition to gardens in basically every part of North America. Experienced gardener and lover of ‘Sugar Magnolia’, Sarah Jay discusses the ins and outs of growing this pea here.