Trying to figure out if you should put some Epsom salt on your tomatoes in your garden this season, but aren't sure if Epsom salt is good or bad for tomatoes? In this article, suburban homesteader and gardening expert Merideth Cohrs examines the controversial topic of using Epsom salt when growing tomatoes.
Looking to grow some great garden zucchini this season? Growing a healthy zucchini harvest is more of an art form than science. These fast growers are a garden favorite, but it's always important to maximize your yields, and there are several ways to do just that. In this article, homesteader and gardening expert Merideth Cohrs provides her top tips for growing great garden zucchini this season!
Dioscorea japonica is a fascinating species of Japanese mountain yam often referred to as yamaimo. This edible tuber is also considered a mountain medicine. Expert Sarah Jay explain its care and growing habits.
Properly curing sweet potatoes before you store them is critical. In this expert guide, we discuss your curing options to extend your sweet potato harvest.
Learning how to grow watercress gives you a tasty, water-loving plant option with a peppery taste that can enliven a sandwich or salad. Ann McCarron will show you how easy it is to grow and share our tips for caring for this perennial herb.
Looking to plant some sweet potatoes, but aren't quite sure where to start? Growing sweet potatoes can actually be quite fun, no matter your skill level as a gardener. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey walks through how to plant, grow, and care for sweet potato in your garden this season!
If you want a truly epic squash harvest, knowing when to pick acorn squash is essential. We share our harvest and storing tips!
Thinking of growing tomatillo in your garden this season but aren't sure where to start? Tomatillo is an amazing vegetable to add to any garden! They are easy to grow, and can compliment many other veggies in your garden. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey walks through how to grow and care for tomatillo in your vegetable garden, step by step!
Thinking of adding some vegetables to your garden where there's some shade? There are actually many different types of vegetables that can grow quite well in partial sun, or even full shade. In this article, gardening expert and suburban homesteader Merideth Corhs looks at her favorite vegetables that you can grow in the shade!
Pumpkins are a fall favorite for many gardeners. But did you know there are hundreds of different types of pumpkins you can add to your garden this season? In this article, we take a deeper look at 90 different pumpkin varieties to help you find the perfect pumpkin cultivar for your home garden.
The winged bean is an unusual variety that produces tender pods, edible leaves, and more. Also known as a dragon bean, these beans are rich in protein. Kelli Klein presents an in-depth guide to explore its care.
Not only does the Jerusalem artichoke plant produce a prolific batch of yellow flowers, but it makes edible tubers! We discuss its care.