How to Pinch Your Pepper Plants for a Better Crop
Pinching pepper plants early in the season can lead to bushier growth and a bigger harvest. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains when, how, and whether pinching is worth it for your peppers.
Sugar Snap Peas: How to Grow Spring’s Easiest Vegetable
If you’ve never tried before, it’s your year to grow sugar snap peas. These delicious, sweet pods are perfect for eating fresh right out of the garden, and they’re a favorite snack among growers who cultivate them. Experienced gardener, Sarah Jay, outlines how to prep your garden for a sweet, nutritious yield of sugar snaps.
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.
5 Fast-Growing Vegetables That Go From Seed to Harvest in 60 Days
You don't need an entire season to start harvesting homegrown produce. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares five fast-growing vegetables that go from seed to table in 60 days or less.
How to Plant, Grow, and Care for ‘Paris Market’ Carrots
Adorable 'Paris Market' carrots are ideal for growing in containers or slotting between other crops in your bed. They are deliciously sweet and perfect for snacking. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares how to grow them.
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.
Plant These Vegetable Seeds Outside in February
When it comes to planting vegetable seeds outside, February is an ideal time to do it! As long as soil temperatures are right, multiple plants benefit from early seeding, ahead of the spring season. Experienced gardener, Sarah Jay, covers seven of them here.
When to Move Your Tomato Seedlings into Larger Pots (Without Damage)
Transplanting tomato seedlings at the right time helps them develop strong root systems without the stress of waiting too long. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains when and how to move tomato seedlings into larger pots for healthy, vigorous growth.
7 Vegetables to Start on Your Windowsill in January
If you have a sunny window with a sill large enough to fit small terracotta pots, you can grow plants there. Follow along as experienced gardener, Sarah Jay, shows you seven plants you can grow on your windowsill all year long.
When and How to Prepare Your Garden Beds for Winter
To prepare the garden for winter, there are a few fall tasks that go a long way toward successful overwintering, improving soil health, and preserving habitat for pollinators and other garden inhabitants. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe highlights steps we can take now to set a strong foundation for resiliency come spring.
7 Winter Radish Varieties We’re Planting Now
Winter radishes take longer to develop than smaller salad types, but their larger roots hold their crispness and store longer over the cool season. With a crisp texture in distinct colors, shapes, and sizes, winter radishes brighten seasonal cuisine, fresh and cooked. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores favorite winter radishes that relish cool weather for a long harvest season.
How To Grow Big, Healthy Brussels Sprouts
Brussels sprouts bring high nutrition in their tasty little “cabbage” forms. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores how to get the plumpest rounds with the best care and timing.