Of the many insect species that visit a vegetable garden, a small fraction are pests. Slugs, aphids, cabbage loopers, and other plant pests nibble holes into leaves, burrow into root crops, and harm ...

A raised bed garden is just what it sounds like. Instead of planting straight into the ground, you build a frame and fill it with soil. This setup makes gardening a whole lot easier on your knees and ...

The monsoon season requires special care for vegetable gardens. Choose hardy crops like spinach and radishes. Raise garden ...

Rotating crops, using straw mulch, and adding companion plants to the garden are all great ways to prevent squash bugs from ruining your vegetables. If an infestation has already started, you can pick ...

Gardeners have had a broad range of experiences with their vegetable gardens this season. Some planted early in May with the ...

For more annual color in our spaces, we could consider sweet peas, violas, and cosmos. Calendula, alyssum, and cornflower (i.e., Bachelor’s Buttons) are quick to germinate and can extend color in the ...

Tomatoes have specific requirements for location, soil, and care. If these needs aren't met, the plants will grow poorly and ...