The Basics of Garden Intercropping

Gardeners who tend to small gardens can enjoy a more diverse and abundant harvest by growing two or more crops in the same area. Here are the basics of intercropping.

How to Grow Bulb Fennel

We are right now approaching a distinct juncture in the gardening calendar. If you happen to live in the Northern Hemisphere, then May and June are the months when we prepare for a bountiful summer and early fall. Hopefully, you will have already started an early harvest here and there. With some of the peas, […]

How to Grow Eggplants from Seed to Harvest

A native of Africa and India, eggplants have found a cherished place in the cuisines of Spain, Sicily, and Southern France. Here’s how to grow some in your backyard.

How to Grow Zucchini from Seed

Because they are such prolific fruiting vegetables, you usually only need one or two zucchini plants for an entire family. Even then, you may still find yourself giving zucchini away to neighbors.

How to Grow Okra

Okra is a popular food crop in Africa, the Middle East, Greece, Turkey, India, the Caribbean, South America, and the Southern US. Here’s how to grow okra in your backyard.