Vegetables

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!

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.

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.

Do you know when to pick okra to maximize your harvest? Our harvest guide explains when to harvest it, and how to store it for yummy meals!

Many gardeners are surprised to find out that lettuce is a fantastic container plant. There are many different lettuce varieties that will grow extremely well in pots or containers. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares the best methods of growing lettuce in containers and having a bountiful harvest this season.

Not sure when to harvest your garden-grown tomatillo or the best way to do it? These tasty fruits can be picky about their harvesting schedule. In this article, gardening expert Logan Hailey shares when to pick your tomatillos, and how to do it without harming the plant.

Cowpeas have a long history and are loved in many cultures. They originated in Africa, and in the southern US, it’s said they bring good luck if you eat them on New Year’s Day! Whether you eat them for luck or for flavor, you may want to plant this healthy crop in your garden. These … Read more

Are you thinking of growing basil alongside your tomatoes this season? Not all plants make perfect companions in the garden. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss examines if tomatoes and basil are good or bad companions in the garden.

Not sure where to place your tomatillos in your garden for optimal growth? In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey shares exactly where you should place your tomatillo plants so they receive enough sunlight to thrive in your garden this season.