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Late summer is when a lot of gardens hit their stride, not their end. Tomatoes, peppers, herbs, and beans are often still producing heavily in August, which means a real decision point: use it all right away, let some of...

As summer fades into fall, farmers' markets and grocery stores fill up with a distinct lineup of seasonal produce. September and October are a good window to stock up while these fruits and vegetables are at their best — and...

More than a third of U.S. households now grow at least some of their own food, according to the National Gardening Association. For most people it starts as a hobby — but the real, lasting appeal is usually the money...

It's been a long winter and it's high time to talk about gardening. We've got a few more weeks of chilly weather to go, but before you know it friendly green sprouts will be pushing through the soil and bright...

A Home Freeze Dryer will quickly pay for itself in a number of ways: Preserve food you normally waste and throw away. Easily preserve produce from gardens and fruit trees. Create your own long term, emergency food storage. A number...

Growing your own vegetables is one of the best ways to enjoy fresh, nutritious food while reducing grocery costs and preserving seasonal harvests. Homegrown vegetables are often harvested at peak ripeness, giving you exceptional flavor and allowing you to preserve...

A productive garden can go from a few ripe vegetables to more food than your household can eat in a surprisingly short time. Tomatoes ripen together. Green beans seem to double overnight. Zucchini grows faster than you can give it...

Saving seeds allows gardeners to preserve favorite varieties, reduce future seed costs, share plants with friends and family, and carry a garden’s history from one generation to the next. It also raises an interesting question: Can garden seeds be freeze...

No single plant produces fruit twelve months a year, but a garden planned around a few different fruit types, plus a plan for preserving what you grow, comes close to year-round fruit without much extra effort. Start With Perennials Fruit...