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!

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Edible

Is it a Good Idea to Plant Whole Potatoes?

Potatoes are easy crops to grow! They spread underground, forming dozens of tubers below the soil. When planting, can you plant whole taters or is it better to cut them into pieces first? Seasoned grower Jerad Bryant answers the question.

Sweet corn planting tips. Peeled sweet corn cobs with rows of bright yellow kernels, in farmer's hand.

Edible

7 Sweet Corn Planting Tips to Try This Season

Sweet corn celebrates the flavors of summer and the sharing of fresh harvests straight from the garden. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe brings tips for planting the warm season signature to promote the best yields and flavor.

A small Mangifera indica plant with four glossy green leaves growing from a thin stem in white potting medium.

Fruits

How to Grow a Mango Tree From Seed

Have you dreamt of harvesting sweet tropical-tasting mangoes off a tree at home? If you live in a warm climate and have access to fresh fruit, you can do it easily. In this article, plant expert Matt Dursum covers how to grow a mango tree from seed.

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Fruits

When and How to Thin Fruit Trees for Beginners

Thinning is one of the hardest things a fruit tree grower has to do! Though it seems you’re removing the future harvest, you’re helping your tree grow large, juicy fruits instead of many tiny ones. Join backyard grower Jerad Bryant to thin your fruit trees for successful harvests.

Bright green Nasturtium officinale seedlings with round leaves densely packed in a black rectangular growing tray.

Edible

How to Grow Watercress Indoors: 17 Simple Steps

Do you love the spicy, earthy, and nutritious flavor of watercress? You can grow watercress indoors by following a few simple steps. In this article, plant expert Matt Dursum shows you how to grow healthy watercress plants in your home.

A farmer woman in a plaid shirt holds a wooden box with freshly harvested survival garden vegetables, including potatoes, carrots, beets, tomatoes, garlic, onions, zucchini and more.

Vegetables

15 Best Vegetables to Grow in Your Survival Garden

Are you preparing for tough times this year by starting a survival garden? Vegetables will play a huge part in feeding your family if things get dire. In this article, plant expert Matt Dursum covers the best survival garden vegetables to grow this year.