Vegetables

Vegetable gardening is one of the most satisfying things on the planet. Learn how to maximize your veggie garden this year and for the future!

tomatoes and sweet potatoes

Vegetables

Can You Grow Tomatoes With Sweet Potatoes?

Thinking of planting sweet potatoes near your tomatoes this season? In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen looks at if this is a good idea, or if there are more beneficial companion plants for both of these vegetables.

kale growth stages

Vegetables

Kale Growth Stages: How Fast Does Kale Grow?

Are you unsure how fast Kale will grow when planted in your garden? Kale has many different growth stages, and it's important to understand each before you harvest. In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey looks at the life cycle of kale from seed to harvest.

potato growth stages

Vegetables

Potato Growth Stages: How Fast Do Potato Plants Grow?

Potatoes have many growth stages, leaving many gardeners curious at what point in the growth cycle their tomatoes currently sit. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen examines the life cycle of garden grown potatoes, as well as how fast they grow and how soon you'll be able to harvest.

types of sweet peppers

Vegetables

46 Types of Sweet Peppers to Grow This Season

Thinking of growing sweet peppers indoors or outdoors this season? There are many different types of sweet peppers you can grow, depending on your hardiness zone and local microclimate. In this article, gardening expert Kelli Klein shares her favorite sweet pepper plants you can grow, with names and pictures of each!

cucumber growth stages

Vegetables

Cucumber Growth Stages: How Fast Do Cucumbers Grow?

Are you unsure how fast your cucumbers should be growing in your garden? These popular garden plants can have a variety of diffferent environmental conditions impact their growth rate. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen examines the normal growth rate of cucumber plants and how fast you can expect them to grow.

Vegetables

Can You Grow Tomatoes with Carrots?

Carrots and tomatoes are garden grown staples. But do they make good garden companions when planted near one another? In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen looks at if these two veggies should be planted next to one another, or if there are better companion plants to pair with each this season.

Watermelons direct sown in May Spring Garden

Vegetables

9 Fruits and Vegetables to Direct Seed in May

Are you looking to direct seed some fruits or veggies into your garden in the midst of spring? It's the perfect month to direct sow a number of different seeds right into your garden plot or raised beds. In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey shares her favorite fruits and vegetables to start direct seeding into your garden during the month of May.