How to Grow Food

Explore the art of companion planting and learn how to create a vibrant and harmonious garden using natural methods. From nurturing soil health to enhancing flavors and controlling pests, pairing certain plants together can give you multiple benefits while cutting down on your labor and the need for chemical pesticides and fertilizers. Discover how to get started, and enjoy five recipes that use companion plants, reuniting them on your plate.

Food scraps often end up in the compost pile. But what if you could regrow fruits and vegetables using leftover scraps? See how you can reduce food waste and save money while also providing your family with fresh produce.

Growing a vegetable garden is a great way to enjoy delicious, fresh, healthy produce that can nourish you and your family. But those same plants can also nourish insects that would like nothing better than to beat you to those flavors and nutrients. Instead of giving up or poisoning your crops with commercial insecticides, try these natural homemade sprays to keep the pests from stealing your harvest.

If you’ve ever enjoyed the beauty and aroma of a floral garnish on your dinner plate, or perhaps in a refreshing drink, you may be wondering what flowers are edible and how to use them in your own kitchen. Here’s what you need to know about edible flowers, plus some recommended varieties and recipes.

The first step in successful spring gardening is choosing what you want to grow and planning out your garden. Once you’ve got your seeds and seedlings ready to go, you want to make sure you’re planting them in fertile soil. In this article, you’ll learn how to prepare your garden beds for the healthiest, tastiest, and most abundant spring harvests possible.

When those first warm days of spring rouse us to think about growing delicious spring veggies, it’s usually too late. If you want a robust spring crop of peas, greens, and a head start on summer and fall veggies, you have to start planning and preparing well before the warmth of spring has fully arrived. In this first part of a two-part series, you’ll discover how to decide what to plant in spring.

Tomatoes are one of the most loved staple foods. They also happen to be an incredible source of nutrition. Like many produce items, homegrown varieties provide more health and flavor benefits compared to store-bought. Luckily, tomatoes grow in many different climates. While they take a little more room to grow than most veggies, you can get huge harvests packed with flavor and nutrients using a few simple strategies. Discover tips for growing your own delicious tomatoes here.

Many growers breed store-bought garlic for shelf life, not flavor or nutrient density. Luckily, growing nutrient-dense garlic varieties takes very little time and effort. You can grow enough garlic for a whole year in a small garden bed. Read on to discover how to grow your own garlic that’s bursting with flavor and nutrients for your health and vitality.

Celery is a staple health food. But finding nutrient-dense, clean, and pesticide-free celery can be a challenge. Luckily, celery is easy to grow in many different climates. And you can grow enough celery for an average household of 2-4 people in a space barely larger than a dinner plate. Discover how to grow celery, and get pro tips on how to harvest throughout the entire season with one planting.

Do you think you need a plot of land to grow your own herbs, veggies, fruits, and berries? Actually, if you know how to do it, it’s possible to grow food indoors, and provide your family with delicious produce that will be a source of pride and delight. Read on to find out how.

Both summer and winter squash are among the easiest foods to grow — and both produce prolifically. Here are some of our tips for growing squash.

Thinking about growing your own food? Figure out what to plant and when, by using a planting calendar.