Jalapeños are easy to grow and among the most versatile hot peppers, with a warmth that spices up all kinds of summer dishes. To get the best flavor profile from your crop, gardening expert Katherine Rowe outlines when to pick the fruits, experimenting with various phases of development for bold attributes.
One of the hottest peppers in the world, ghost peppers bring excitement to the edible landscape and the plate. The Indian cultivar represents centuries of foodways making their way to our home garden. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores how to grow the easy peppers if you’re up for their sensational heat.
There are plenty of garden myths out there, and using half-baked homemade formulations are part of that. But some of these remedies do have their benefits when used correctly. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay discusses how baking soda could be a viable option.
Summer is the perfect time to plant a round of fall tomatoes. Join farmer Briana Yablonski to learn tips on how to grow an impressive fall tomato crop.
Lettuce doesn’t have to be seasonal. Succession sowing allows you to grow a continual crop for a steady flow of leafy greens. Year-round lettuce means fresh salads, sandwiches, and wraps no matter the weather! Use these seven steps to grow lettuce throughout the year.
Timing a perfect broccoli harvest can be tricky for new gardeners. Being too eager or too cautious can ruin all your hard work throughout the season. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains the key signs that indicate peak harvest time, with tips on how to get harvesting right.
Planting vegetables in July allows you to enjoy a second flush of summer favorites and get ready for a fall harvest. Join farmer Briana Yablonski to learn a few veggies to plant during the heat of summer.
As we prep our palettes for the carrot harvest, a few tricks of the trade help gauge peak readiness. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe outlines when to harvest carrots for the best taste, texture, and maximum sweet crunch.
Vine-ripened tomatoes are delicious, juicy, and flavorful! Though you may think there’s no other way to get this flavor, there are many ways. Try these seven unexpected methods to ripen your tomatoes faster than ever before.
Peas are super easy to grow! They’re one of the best vegetables for the home garden. You may not like the taste of store-bought peas, but I promise you’ll love the flavor of homegrown ones. It’s not too late to grow them—here are five reasons why you should plant a second round this July.
Zucchini is usually an easy-to-grow crop and a prolific producer, but the cucurbits aren’t without their challenges in some growing conditions and areas. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe outlines common zucchini problems and remedies to get them thriving.
There’s nothing worse than walking through the garden to find lackluster harvests. Small pea pods, tiny cabbage heads, and stunted carrots are no fun! Instead of wallowing, try fixing these five common problems to promote healthy vegetables in the future.