"I’m growing this way as well." Gardener shares easy method for growing your own food that could save you time and money: ...

While this method is more challenging than buying mature plants, four experts have advice to set home gardeners up for ...

This is reflected in the actual planting method, with the three plants – corn, beans and squash – supporting and being supported by each other. Corn acts as a physical support system for the ...

Humans began changing plants as soon as they domesticated and cultivated them instead of just gathering them. Humans began ...

A new study compares two scallop farming methods, ear-hanging and lantern net culture, over a complete grow-out cycle to determine which approach yields the best results for commercial growers. The ...

Why do some plants thrive in specific regions but not in others? A study led by researchers at the University of Göttingen ...

Sweet potatoes seem to sprout under just about any kind of conditions so there are a wide variety of sprouting methods ... sweet potato slip to grow large enough to plant in the garden.

If you are planning to try your hand to grow vegetables or plant some flowers, it's about time to take action. Established green thumbs also need to prepare for spring, too. Need a break?

Second earlies take 16 to 17 weeks to mature after planting, so you should be able ... but they tend to be the best varieties to grow if you want some for storage. Your home-grown potatoes should ...

Sow seeds for runner, climbing French and dwarf beans from April onwards and you'll be picking lots of tasty pods through the summer months. Follow our guide to growing these beans, which can all ...