Growing Edibles Videos

Rosemary is a hearty plant to grow in very sunny parts of the yard, and it will grow back after extensive pruning. Grow this hearty herb that can be used in cooking or infusing with helpful...

Fruit seeds can be grown into trees by planting the seed during any time of year, but the seed will only generate sprouts with enough heat and water. Keep a freshly planted fruit seed warm and...

Coffee bean plants grow best in tropical, humid climates, but they can be grown at home from the fresh green bean that has not been baked or roasted. Start a coffee bean plant with helpful...

Tomatoes are easy to grow from the seed, and they do very well when grown in a container indoors. Make sure a new tomato plant has plenty of warmth and light with helpful information from a...

Growing parsley requires planting it in full hot sun, and it grows best in warm temperatures. Harvest parsley down to the stem with helpful information from a sustainable gardener in this free...

Wheatgrass grown at home is beneficial for both humans as pets, and it only requires soaking fresh seeds in water, allowing them to germinate for a few days and planting them in soil. Start...

Wheatgrass grows well hydroponically when the fresh seeds are placed in the bottom of a tray and just enough water is added to keep them moist. Sprout a tray of wheatgrass, which contains healthy...

For an inside garden, green beans can grow very well in a container by covering up the roots with soil and providing a trellis or wire for the vine to grow on. Have fresh green beans ready to pick...

To grow wheatgrass outdoors, plant germinated seeds only an inch under the soil, and lightly mist the soil to keep it moist. See how easy it is to grow wheatgrass, for eating or as an ornamental...

Bell peppers can be grown outside as soon as the weather gets warmer, and they will be ready to harvest in late fall. Plant bell pepper seeds in a raised garden bed under a couple of inches of...

To grow hot peppers from seeds in an indoor container, allow the seeds to fully develop, dry them out, and plant them under high-quality soil. Make sure indoor pepper plants get plenty of natural...

Any type of bamboo can be grown for eating, but the best-tasting part is the new shoots that are under the soil. Find out how to grow and harvest edible bamboo with helpful information from a...

Growing stevia is easy to do outdoors by planting it in a sunny spot in the late spring, and the leaves can be used to naturally sweeten a variety of dishes. Find out how to successfully grow this...

Broccolini is a cool-climate vegetable, so it must be planted right after the last frost of the season before the temperatures rise too much. Grow broccolini, a relative to broccoli, with helpful...

Collecting rainwater to use in a vegetable garden is as simple as setting out a large container, but putting a garbage can under the gutter is a great way to consistently gather large amounts of...

The best way to get rid of weeds naturally without the use of any chemicals is to pull them up by hand one by one. Find out other ways to eliminate sprouting weeds in a garden or yard with helpful...

Planting garlic bulbs is as simple as breaking up the cloves, planting each clove separately and letting the greens sprout. Harvest garlic when the greens have turned yellow with helpful...

The seeds of lemons can be used to grow trees after they have been dried and planted. Wait until the lemon is close to rotting before harvesting seeds with helpful information from a sustainable...

There are some vegetables that can be grown for fall harvesting, such as melons, cucumbers, peas and spinach, but make sure they can withstand the fall temperatures of a given climate. Plant...

To plant a winter vegetable garden, choose plants that can withstand the colder climate, such as spinach, broccoli, kale and different types of lettuce. Stagger the vegetables throughout the...

Broad beans, also known as fava beans, are a cool season plant that should be started in the soil after the last frost of the season. Grow broad beans in a sunny spot in the yard with helpful...

Flax seed is easy to grow when fresh seeds are sprinkled in a container, covered with soil and allowed to germinate for up to 120 days. Grow flax seed to reap its nutritional benefits with helpful...

Wheatgrass grows well in trays, as they do not even need soil to start germinating and sprouting. Use a shallow tray to grow wheatgrass with helpful information from a sustainable gardener in this...

Armeria, also known as thrift, is a hearty plant that blooms white, pink and red roses, making a great edging plant. Grow armeria from the seed in the spring or fall with helpful advice from a...

Growing tomatillos is very similar to growing tomatoes, as a cage or trellis is required for the vine to climb, they are started by the seed in warm soil, and they thrive in full, hot sun. Grow a...

Watermelons are grown in warm climates, so the seeds should be planted when the soil is at least 60 or 70 degrees, allowing the vine to grow right on top of the ground. Grow watermelon, allowing...

To grow spring vegetables organically, develop a high-quality composted soil from leaves, grass clippings, weeds and roughage, and sprinkle strong-smelling spices around the vegetable bed to...

Growing sumac, also known as rhus aromatica, requires a cold climate, and it creates a great ground cover for poor or dry soils. Find out how to grow this low-growing shrub with helpful advice...

The San Pedro cactus will do well living outdoors in mild or warm climates, or it can be grown in an indoor container in colder climates. Allow plenty of drainage when growing the San Pedro cactus...

Scaevola, also known as the fan plant, prefers light, sandy soil, warmer climates and plenty of drainage in a partially sunny area. Grow the scaevola plant in a garden with helpful advice from a...

When growing soybeans, start them from the seed when the ground is warm, avoid any freezing weather at all and provide a trellis for the vine to grow on. Harvest the soybeans consistently to...

To grow pumpkins, start the seeds after the last frost of the winter, allow the vines to grow across the ground and harvest the ripe pumpkins just in time for Halloween. Grow pumpkins in a warm...

To grow rhubarb, start the plant by the seed or by the root, provide high-quality composted soil, and harvest the rhubarb stalks when they are full developed but before they turn brown. Grow...

Growing potatoes is best done by planting the root or the seed in early spring, allowing them to grow on a trellis and harvesting them in early fall, before it starts to freeze. Grow potatoes...

Growing potatoes in a garbage can is a great way to keep them contained, so long as drainage holes are drilled into the bottom, drainage material is placed under the soil and the potatoes are not...

Growing melons, such as honeydew, cantaloupe and muskmelon, requires a tropical climate, full, hot sun and a nice bed of composted soil. Grow a variety of melons, never allowing them to freeze,...

Growing peach trees requires a cold winter and warm, dry summers, as peaches thrive in hot sun, well-drained soil and freezing winters. Grow peach trees from the seed or from the root, allowing a...

Peas grow very well when started either indoors or outdoors in the early spring, when provided with a trellis to grow on and when planted in good compost. Grow peas, snapping them off regularly to...

To grow Lima beans, start the seeds in the spring when the ground is 60 degrees or warmer, provide a trellis or string for the vine to climb and snap the beans off when they are ready to encourage...

Brussels sprouts can be grown by the seed or by the root, and they should be harvested when they are fully developed without any browning at all. Grow Brussels sprouts in a mild climate with...

Kidney beans grow best when started by the seed in the spring, when planted in full, hot sun and when the soil is well-drained. Let kidney beans dry on the stem before harvesting with helpful...

Growing beans requires planting them in full, hot sun, no matter the type of bean, and providing them with a trellis to grow on, as many bean plants are vines. Begin beans from the seed in the...

Growing blueberries in zones four through six creates the best results, as they prefer mild climates, full sun exposure and well-drained soil. Maintain a blueberry shrub, which produces fruit...

Growing asparagus requires starting them from the root and allowing them to grow for three or four years without vegetable production. Maintain an asparagus plant, which will produce vegetables...

To grow bananas, plant them in a tropical climate, provide lots of warmth without too much direct sunlight and water them well. Grow a banana tree, which cannot withstand any freezing...

Growing an ornamental sweet potato vine can be done from seeds or from the root, and they thrive in well-composted, well-aerated and well-drained soil. Grow sweet potato vines in the shade to...

Artichokes are a great plant for a kitchen garden, and they thrive in full hot sun in warm climates, producing artichokes all summer long and returning each year. Grow an artichoke in zone eight...

When designing a kitchen garden for one or two people, only grow two of each plant, choose a variety of herbs and vegetables, and avoid going overboard with the amount of plants. Grow only...

To grow a small vegetable garden, create a container or designate a space in the yard for the garden, plant only one or two of each vegetable and choose a variety of things to maintain a diverse...

When growing edible flowers, such as roses, violets, chrysanthemums and broccoli, make sure no pesticides or chemicals were used that could be harmful when ingested. Grow edible flowers, which...