16 Romaine Lettuce Care Tips That Guarantee Crisp, Tall Heads
Floppy lettuce? Not on my watch. Those sad, droopy leaves belong in the compost bin. This is romaine territory. We want towering, crunchy columns that …
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Edible Gardening
12 Rosemary Growing Tips for Bushy Plants That Never Get Woody
If your rosemary looks more like a bundle of brittle sticks than a lush green cloud, you’re not alone. Growing rosemary should feel like a …
16 Edible Plants That Love Cool, Damp Pacific Northwest Summers
Think you can’t grow edibles in the cool, damp Pacific Northwest? Think again. While the rest of the world is sweating through scorching summers, the …
16 Ways to Grow Lemon Balm That Smells Amazing All Season
Lemon balm that barely smells? Tragic. This herb should hit you with a sweet, citrusy wave every time you brush by—anything less is a missed …
The 8 Best Vegetables to Grow in Florida Heat (And 8 That Always Struggle)
Gardening in Florida is a whole different story compared to other parts of the country. The heat, humidity, and sudden downpours can make even the …
14 Vegetables That Taste Better When Grown in Containers
Some veggies just weren’t meant for the ground. Give them a container, a little love, and they’ll outperform anything you’ve hauled home from the grocery …
11 Mistakes That Keep Your Zucchini from Producing Fruit
If your zucchini plant is all leaves and no fruit, something’s gone terribly wrong. It’s not lazy—it’s misunderstood. Big, beautiful foliage. Plenty of flowers. But …
16 Fresh Herbs to Harvest This June—And Keep Harvesting Later
June’s herb season has arrived—and it’s a flavor fireworks show. Your basil’s leaves are bursting, cilantro is calling for salsa, and mint is itching to …
17 Vegetables That Grow Well in Containers on a Shady Balcony
Sun hogs get all the glory—but some veggies are perfectly happy in the shade. If your balcony gets more dappled light than direct sun, don’t …
17 Cold-Tolerant Herbs That Keep Growing Long After Your Tomatoes Quit
Your tomatoes may be drama queens—but these herbs? They’re the tough ones still standing when the cold rolls in. While summer crops throw in the …