Hot and dry conditions can set back lettuce growth, so gardeners should avoid one key thing to help give their crops the ...

The U.S. Army 250th Anniversary Parade is celebrating the long history of the country's largest military branch. U.S. Army Command Sergeant Major Christopher Mullinax and CBS News national security ...

Some companion plants can serve as insect attractants that lure pests away from crop plants. Nasturtiums tend to attract ...

Green, leafy vegetables such as kale, lettuce and cabbage are fairly easy to grow, and can provide a lot of food for a little investment. KIMBERLY P. MITCHELL MCT file It’s not too late to start ...

Aquaponics is a smart, soil-free farming method that lets you grow fresh vegetables and raise fish using 80% less water.

Buying bags of soil can quickly add up, but you can create your own with compost and organic matter. Consider your plants and climate when mixing: Sand works well for clay soils, while coconut coir or ...

Put a fence around the garden. Rabbits are a gardener’s nightmare, and the easiest way to deal with them is to put up a ...

Along with the benefits of low-cost produce, gardening is also a relaxing, mindful hobby, enriching your life and not just your wallet. Whether you’re thinking about planting your first garden or ...

Throughout the Lancaster County region in July are talks about potting houseplants, growing food plots for wildlife, soil health and more. There are hands-on classes to make things like glass garden ...

One tip he offered is to grow your own fruit and veg as this can make "a big dent in your food bill". He spoke about how ...

Western Massachusetts experts from Full Circle Food Pantry Garden and Springfield's Forest Park offer advice on tomato care, composting, and creating pollinator pathways.