Growing in containers is a fantastic way to enjoy homegrown vegetables in smaller urban gardens. Cabbages are a staple crop in many vegetable gardens and a versatile one that can be grown successfully ...

Mums are a go-to fall bloom for containers, but that also makes them a bit boring. Spice things up with other, equally pretty ...

Have you ever thought about growing vegetables in containers? It's a great method when suitable land is not available, and it's also physically easier. That makes containers good for older vegetable ...

Don’t stop there, look for new ways to add a bit of fall to your front steps, balcony and garden beds.

Plant cabbage six to eight weeks before your first frost to give it time to mature in cooler temps for sweeter heads. Keep soil moist, fertilize biweekly, and watch for pests like aphids or worms to ...

I still can't believe this up and down weather we are having. And the wind! Well anyway, we know spring is right around the corner -- at least I hope that hasn't changed. So while we wait, it's a good ...

Add winter color with snapdragons, stocks, calendula and more — plus why to wait on pansies, violas and cyclamen.

Growing vegetables is a completely satisfying experience, and those homegrown crops will always surpass any bagged or plastic-wrapped produce you find in grocery stores. Even if you have a smaller ...

Heathers are among the most popular low-growing evergreen shrubs, perfect for garden borders – but they make a real feature ...

* What it is: ‘Katarina’ is a super-fast cabbage to mature – ready to pick as soon as 45 days after planting transplants (meaning less time for things to go wrong). The heads are small (about four ...

Lately I have been hearing a lot about cabbage steaks, a side dish made with sliced cabbage. Then, during this past Easter dinner, a guest brought cabbage steaks and I finally had a chance to sample ...