Mid-summer is the time to prepare for a fall vegetable garden. July and August are ideal for starting seeds indoors for broccoli, cabbage, leafy greens, and even cauliflower and Brussels sprouts.

Mulching is one of those garden chores that pays off all season. A thick layer of mulch helps steady the soil temperature and prevents moisture from escaping. Straw, shredded leaves, or wood chips are ...

If you want to plant lettuce outside, do it in a cold frame or start lettuce seeds indoors 4 to 6 weeks before your expected ...

Fall is coming up fast, and that means it's almost collard green season again. The best greens grow in the cooler times of the year, which is why you'll often see them on the dinner table when trees ...

Leafy greens are healthy and delicious and it's fun to grow your own. If you live where it's cold in winter, you can still ...

These culinary chameleons can be braised, sautéed, or enjoyed raw in salads. Here’s how to choose and use them. Elizabeth Mervosh is a recipe tester and developer for People Inc. Food Studios in ...