Blistering temperatures above typical summer averages drive us indoors - into the comfort of our homes. But what about the plants in our gardens?
A full-fledged gardener will know just how important a garden trug is. It’s actually a harvest basket, considered as an essential garden accessory. It’s mostly used for carrying tools or…
Blueberries are a favorite among backyard gardeners because they are delicious and easy to grow.
The colorful fruits are low in calories and abundantly rich in vitamin C and other antioxidants. This makes them an excellent addition to a healthy diet and a diverse backyard garden
For all its cultural potency, the common fig – or simply fig - is surprisingly easy to plant and grow. That’s why more and more gardeners are growing figs in their backyards these days.
While the name might imply that they require considerable space, forest gardening is simply another way to integrate edible and useful trees and bushes into home gardens.
My small family loves strawberries a little too much. This love affair with strawberries has prompted my mother-in-law and me to grow our own. We started a strawberry garden all…
You don't need a large estate to grow a variety of fruits at home. If space is a problem, you can plant dwarf varieties. You can also try pruning and…
You can enjoy homegrown tomatoes even without a yard. That’s because tomatoes will thrive in pots just as well as they would in a plot in the backyard.
Do you want to grow fruit trees? Here is how you can start a mini orchard in your backyard.