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A basket of freshly harvested garlic

The best (and worst) garlic companion plants

Garlic is a delicious and beneficial plant to add to your garden. This guide to garlic companion plants will tell you which plants it can grow next to.
Growing watermelon

The best (and worst) watermelon companion plants

Cucumber vines flowering on trellis

How to pollinate cucumbers for your garden

Harvesting broccoli

The best (and worst) broccoli companion plants

Pears on cutting board

When are pears in season? What you need to know

Jalapeno harvest

How to grow jalapeños from seed to harvest: Your complete guide

A pair of morel mushrooms

How to grow morel mushrooms at home and save yourself tons of money

Two cucumbers growing from a vine on the ground, with a yellow flower in front

Is a cucumber a fruit or a vegetable? The answer might surprise you

A striped zucchini growing on the vine

The best (and worst) zucchini companion plants

Several ripe red raspberries on a vine

Grow these 6 unique companion plants for raspberries in your garden

A person harvesting a yellow bell pepper

The best (and worst) pepper companion plants

Lemons and crystalized citric acid on a cutting board

What fruits have citric acid?

Cucumbers and tomatoes growing together

The best (and worst) cucumber companion plants

From fruits and vegetables to flowers and herbs, these are the best cucumber companion plants for you to grow - and the ones you should avoid.
A cluster of ripened tomatoes

Do tomatoes need full sun to thrive? What you need to know

Tomatoes: Do they need full sun? How much sun? What kind of sunlight is best? We tell you what you need to know.
Hand holding avocado on a tree

Where is the avocado growing zone? Here’s where avocados grow best

Here's your guide to knowing where avocado trees flourish and when you should grow them in your garden.
Banana tree with ripe fruit

How and when do bananas reproduce? We have answers to all your questions

This is everything you need to know about banana reproduction, whether you want to grow your own or are just curious.
Avocados growing on a tree

Are avocados vegetables or fruits? We have your answers

Are avocados fruits or vegetables? Here's what we know
Carrots of different colors

Does storing carrots in water help keep them fresh?

Can you keep carrots fresh in water? Let's talk about it.
Assorted dehydrated fruit pieces

How long does dried fruit last? This is what we know

Dehydrated fruit is great, but how long does it last? We find out.
Beets laying on a table

Can you leave beets in the ground over winter? Here’s your guide on how to store beets for the winter

Here's everything you need to know about leaving beets in the ground over winter, including whether to do it.
Assorted dehydrated fruit pieces

How to store dried fruit so you can enjoy it for months to come

Did you dry fruit at home? Here's how long it will all keep.
Purple grapes on a vine

How to store grapes in the fridge and keep them fresh for as long as possible

Avoid sour grapes by following these steps to keep your fruit fresh longer.
Pumpkin on a vine

The best vegetables to plant in November

Planting vegetables in November means growing your seedlings indoors, and some plants will fare better than others.
Five grown tomatoes

If you’re curious about growing tomatoes indoors during winter, here’s what to do

Growing tomatoes inside during the winter is possible. If environment conditions are met, you'll enjoy a fresh indoor harvest!
Garlic bulbs and cloves

Your guide to growing garlic in winter for a delicious season-long harvest

How to grow garlic this winter so you have delicious dishes all season long
Growing potatoes in a garden

How to grow potatoes this winter for a delicious harvest

Potatoes are surprisingly easy to grow over winter. Here's what you need to know for a successful and delicious harvest.
farmers market produce

What’s in season at the farmers market this fall

Shop smart at the farmers market by knowing what produce is in season this fall Here's a list of some of the beauties you'll find.
Best October vegetables

The best vegetables to plant in October

Fall weather brings unique challenges and advisories. Here are tips for planting your crops and caring for each plant. 
View of a vegetable garden

Wondering what to plant in October? Here are the best flowers and vegetables for autumn

Here's a thorough guide on what to plant in your garden this October for delicious winter and spring harvests.
Pile of bell peppers

Wondering if peppers are fruits or vegetables? We have your answers

If you've ever wondered if peppers are fruits or vegetables, we have the specific answers here in this guide.
A pile of brown potatoes up close

Have you ever wondered if potatoes are fruits or vegetables? We have answers

Are potatoes fruits or vegetables? Here's what you need to know about this delicious and hearty harvest.
Stack of seed potatoes on a pile of soil

Where to buy seed potatoes for your garden

Start growing potatoes today with these great seed sources.
Clean carrots on a wooden cutting board

How to clean carrots from your garden for a tasty meal

If you’ve ever wondered how to clean carrots, here are some easy tips for you to follow for the freshest garden goodies!
Freshly harvested spinach leaves in a bowl

Here’s what you need to know about spinach germination time and how to grow this salad staple

Spinach is a low-maintenance and fast-growing cool-weather plant. Here's what you need to know about spinach germination time.
Medium-size pumpkin growing on a vine

Curious when pumpkins grow? Here’s our guide to growing your own

You may be wondering when pumpkins grow. Our general guide for pumpkin growth is a great place to start.