The Best Heirloom Vegetable Plants to Grow
Mention heirloom vegetable plants and immediately we think of rich tomatoes, sweet corn, or bright purple carrots. The other thing that comes to mind is a garden full of vegetables …
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The Differences Between Epigeal and Hypogeal Germination Explained
I know. Epigeal and hypogeal germination probably won't be the most riveting topic at your next backyard cocktail party. Hear me out, though, because plant science is pretty dang cool.
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How to Keep Deer From Eating Plants Naturally
I love deer. They're such graceful, beautiful creatures, and I love looking out of my window and seeing them stroll through the yard. However, I also love my garden and …
A Simple Guide to Fruit Tree Companion Plants
We know basil and tomatoes taste great together, and they grow well together in the garden. We know corn, beans, and squash are great garden companions. But vegetables and herbs …
5 Vegetables You Can Grow in Hanging Baskets on a Porch
Is there anything better than sitting on a porch, drinking a glass of fresh-squeezed lemonade, and reading a good book? I love a good porch sit but what I love …
The Best Garden Decoys That Actually Work to Deter Pests
I love a garden gnome as much as the next person. They're a fun way to add some personality around the peas or some cool kitsch to the cucumbers. But …
7 Common Vegetables that Should Not be Planted Together
I remember being in third grade and my teacher separated two of the annoying boisterous kids (okay, one of them was me), and said: “You two just can’t be around …
10 Prettiest Flowering Vegetables and Herbs
When gardeners envision their preferred fruits, vegetables, and herbs for cultivation, they're usually thinking about flavor profiles and the level of effort required for successful growth. When designing a garden, …
Top Planted of 2024: What Our Community is Planting This Year
I hope you're excited as we gear up for another fruitful year of food gardening! Here at Food Gardening Network, your feedback is invaluable as we strive to create content …
The Best Way to Plant Peas (and 3 of the Best Peas to Grow)
I love peas. Peas are like the candy of the garden. Fresh from the pod they are sweet little early spring treats. Or they can be late-season treats when the …
