Squash and other crops growing in pots on a patio - matunka/Shutterstock Winter squash varieties with hard rinds are staples of comfort cooking when it's cold outside. They impart a sweet and earthy ...

Many gardeners lack the space for traditional gardens but can grow vegetables and herbs in containers. Choose compact, bush or patio plant varieties specifically bred for growing in smaller pots.

Zucchini plant growing in aqua colored pot - Karina Mate/Shutterstock Zucchini (Cucurbita pepo) plants are famous for producing so many veggies that gardeners often find themselves sneaking extra ...

Is your yard filled with compacted clay soil and just the thought of attempting to grow vegetables and flowers seems daunting? Perhaps you’re searching for a raised bed to avoid a lot of bending and ...

Limited garden space can be overcome by using containers, raised beds and vertical gardening techniques. Containers are ideal for small spaces and can be moved to follow the sun, but require frequent ...

With container gardening, it's surprisingly easy to slip into unsustainable practices—here's how to keep it green. Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, ...

And don’t forget that you can hang plants in containers or baskets designed for that purpose. That opens up a whole range of ...

Considering the cost of food these days? We all are. Producing some of your own food is becoming more and more important.

Winter squash varieties with hard rinds are staples of comfort cooking when it's cold outside. They impart a sweet and earthy flavor and can be stored for a long time over the season. It might come as ...