We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Few experiences can compete with eating a juicy, ripe heirloom tomato still warm from the garden. However, to reach that peak of perfection, ...

Recently I had an inquiry as to a choice of muskmelon to grow this summer. The answer was easy, Burpee Ambrosia. Burpee Seeds is noted for their outstanding muskmelon seeds. Back 20 or more years ago, ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Have you ever been forced to use dried herbs in a recipe that calls for fresh, simply because you don't have any of those fresh herbs on hand?

I’ve been tending fig trees for years as a gardener, but one that always comes to mind is a grand ‘Brown Turkey’ espaliered flat against a vast stone barn in South Wales. The garden sat at the bottom ...

When it comes to weather, this has been a really tough growing season. Growing tomatoes in a container in 90-plus degree weather is not easy. I’ve had to water my pot of tomats twice a day to keep ...

If you are from Texas, you probably grew up eating squash casserole — still a favorite in our home. When I decided to start a small, raised vegetable garden a few years ago, I was determined to ...