It’s always useful to keep in mind that when we buy a certain variety of fruit tree we are the beneficiaries of clonal propagation; that is, the fruit we harvest is coming from canopy growth (called a ...

Enormous freshwater reservoir discovered off the East Coast may be 20,000 years old and big enough to supply NYC for 800 ...

Perennial vegetables rarely look flashy in seed catalogs, yet many gardeners treat them as the smartest beds in the yard.

This guide highlights 10 vegetables that every gardener can grow at home, featuring easy-to-grow, productive, and low-maintenance edible plants that save money, provide fresh ingredients year-round, ...

You don’t need flowers to create a romantic Valentine’s Day bouquet. If your loved one is more into food than florals, try ...

Move your potted citruses and other weather-sensitive plants into the greenhouse for protection. In the late winter, usually ...

One creator shared that eating Himalayan blackberries is a helpful way to mitigate the spread of the invasive species.

Lend a hand in the garden: Roll up your sleeves and get in touch with the land the old-fashioned way — by engaging in land stewardship from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 7 at Pepperwood Preserve, 2130 ...

Nothing beats the satisfaction of having a nice cup of tea  – except maybe sipping a custom blend you grew and harvested from your very own garden. The Peninsula is suitable for cultivating many ...

Did you know that the National Garden Bureau names each year after an edible plant? This year's plant is widespread, ...

There's something magical about nicking flowers from your own garden and tossing them into dinner. Not to mention, it does feel immensely satisfying to take in your guests' stupefied expressions when ...

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