Balsam pear is popularly known as bitter melon, but in the US it can be invasive. Gardener's need to be careful with where they grow this plant and how they care for it. But with careful management, you can grow this crazy food vine in your own garden.
Growing parsnips through the cool season enables you to have consistent vegetables year-round. This often overlooked vegetable is worth a spot in your garden. Our growing guide shares our top tips on how to grow parsnips successfully.
Once you know how to store squash, you'll be able to keep produce for months after harvest! Horticultural expert Sarah Jay discusses techniques you should use for storage and preservation.
Are you going to add some perennial vegetables to your garden this growing season? Most perennials can be grown relatively easily, and can be a great project for gardeners both novice and advanced. In this article, we look at 41 of our favorite perennial vegetables, and organize them by the hardiness zone that they will grow the quickest in.
Horseradish shouldn’t be relegated to that jar at the back of the fridge you never look at or open. This root vegetable, commonly used as a herb or condiment, is great in the garden – especially for beginners. Gardening expert Madison Moulton looks at all the essentials for growing horseradish – including how to contain them, and what to do with your harvest.
Scallions, also called "green onions", are incredibly easy to grow at home. You can even grow them indoors if you provide the right growing conditions. This in-depth guide shares our tips for great green onion growth!
Companion planting is always tricky. There are many plants that compliment each other well when grown together. But there are also plants that will cause problems for other plants grown nearby, if planted too close together. So what about Tomatoes and Peppers? Can you grow them next to one another in a successful garden? Organic Gardening expert Logan Hailey examines if planting these two veggies next to one another is a good idea or not.
Are you thinking of adding some Asparagus to your garden this year? Did you know that there are actually 15 different types of Asparagus you can consider before you start planting? In this article, we take a deeper look at the different Asparagus varieties that you may want to consider before settling down to start planting in your garden.
Do you know when to harvest butternut squash for maximum ripeness? Along with timing, curing and storing correctly will ensure your harvest lasts much longer. Horticultural expert Sarah Jay shares harvest tips and talk about storage options.
Truffles are a commitment that takes years to come to fruition. We explain the complicated method of how to grow truffles and their trees.
Growing tomatoes indoors can give you tomatoes all year, whether in the dead of winter or height of summer. However, you will need to make some adjustments to get it right. Follow this in-depth guide to learn how to grow your own tomatoes indoors!
What are some good onion companion plants? We explore how to pair your plants for improved yields, pest control and overall garden glory!