Growing Vegetables

Potatoes are highly versatile and can be harvested and eaten at almost any stage of their growth. Best of all, the plants come with their own pre-packaged nutrition, as they grow from seed...

Spaghetti squash is an unusual vegetable belonging to the winter squash family. It's distinguishing characteristic is its flesh, which scrapes out to form long noodle-like strands. Spaghetti...

Banana peppers are a mild pepper, often grown in home gardens. These peppers grow into long, thin peppers that you may harvest early when they are a yellowish-green or later when they turn red....

Getting asparagus started in your garden is a long-term investment. An asparagus bed can produce fresh vegetables for your family for 30 years or longer. Asparagus is one of the first vegetables...

Saving vegetable seeds saves money and ensures you have viable seeds from your favorite plant varieties. Unlike purchased seeds, you know the quality and taste of the parent plant is superior, and...

Corn was first cultivated in Mexico more than 7,000 years ago and is one of the most versatile food products currently grown in the U.S. Corn is used not only to feed humans and livestock, but...

Spinach, a leafy vegetable, is used either fresh in salads or cooked in a variety of ways. A cool season vegetable, spinach is usually planted in early spring or in late summer for a fall and...

Hot, sweet, and bell peppers are all grown, more or less, the same way. Peppers mature from green to yellow to orange to red. Green peppers are immature fruits and therefore take less time to...

Saving carrot seeds, or any other vegetable seeds is a rewarding and cost effective activity. It also gives you the opportunity to trade your seeds with other gardeners and get rare varieties in...

Broccoli (Brassica oleracea var. italica)is a member of the lettuce family. It grows a “head” of edible flower buds. Generally it likes cool days and cooler nights. It requires a fair amount of...

Beets (Beta vulgaris) are a garden all star. They have a lovely color, are fast growing, are little fuss and you can eat the leafy green tops and the red root bottoms.

As a perennial, asparagus does not produce a harvest the first year; however in following seasons the benefits should be worth the wait. Asparagus takes very little care when planted in the right...

Butternut squash needs to be harvested before the first heavy frost (usually in September or October); a light frost damages the vines, but won't hurt the squash. The squash is ready to harvest...

Growing times vary for vegetables. They can be grouped for estimated time to maturity. Maturity rates depend on the warmth of the soil. Maturity times presume that optimal growing conditions exist...

Vegetables grow at different rates depending on the type they are. Some will be ready to harvest within a month, while others will take more than a year to grow. The time spent growing your own...

Zucchini and related seasonal vine vegetables, which include summer squash, patty pans and crookneck squash, all thrive and produce the most abundant crops in the sunny warm weather of summer and...

Many people turn sour when they hear the name brussels sprouts, so they don't take time to grow and harvest the as adults, as a lot of them as kids had to eat the cooked greens at the table,...

Onions are a great vegetable to grow and used by many people to add to salads or as toppings to their favorite sandwhich or burger. Regardless of which onion you are growing the harvesting...

For fans of asparagus, we can't wait to start harvesting our plant spears, and the thought of munching on this delicate and tasty food gets you in the mood to start cutting those guys and cooking...

Broccoli - a fall garden staple. Here you'll find step by step directions for planting and harvesting broccoli.

It's time to get those fall veggies in the garden, and that means beets! Read all about how to plant and grow them below.

Zucchini are fast growing squash that can be eaten at any stage from flower to mature squash. Harvesting begins about 35 to 55 days after planting. Harvest young zucchini for a tender squash...

When planting vegetables, it's necessary to pay close attention to the weather and month in order to ensure maximum growth and minimize the possibility of frost damage to your plants. Times may...

Growing vegetables can be a rewarding experience in more ways than one. Here are some things to keep in mind if you're thinking about growing your own food.

Zucchini squash are nutritious summer vegetables that grow easily in most gardens. Harvest these delicious summer squash vegetables fresh from the garden and then use them for baking or cooking a...

Whether it's being part of a community run garden, or setting aside a plot of land in your own back yard, growing your own vegetables is now a returning family pastime. So, where are the benefits...

Swiss chard is a colorful, versatile and easy to grow green is resistant to most problems. This garden vegetable can be used fresh or cooked, and both the stalks and leaves can be eaten. Swiss...

While beets aren't the most popular thing on menus in households and restaurants across the country, they are popular with gardeners because of their ease to grow. They can grow in most types of...

Kohlrabi is a tasty vegetable with a taste reminds some of broccoli and cabbage or even celery. The bulbs are actually swollen stems that interlock and project above the soil. Kohlrabi is a member...

Rutabagas are a slow growing vegetable good for soups or stews. They are sometimes described as a cross between a turnip and a cabbage. Rutabagas can keep well through the winter with proper...

Basil is a summer herb that is sensitive to cold temperatures and best harvested when the top is leafy. Find out why long, flowering stalks aren't optimal in basil plants with help from an organic...

Oregano is a shrubby plant that can survive throughout the year if it is kept in a place that is free of weeds. Harvest oregano plants near the base with help from an organic farmer in this free...

Potato plants are fast growing and grow mostly in the spring and during the middle of the summer. Discover why it's best to store potatoes in a cool, dry area with information from an organic...

Carrots should be harvested by loosening the soil around the roots of the carrots. Find out why carrots are best stored in root cellars with help from an organic farmer in this free video on root...

Lettuce is a cold weather crop that flourishes in the early spring, late summer or fall. Find out why lettuce should be placed in cold water immediately after it is harvested with help from an...

A pepper is ready to harvest when the pepper is sticky and thick-walled. Find out why peppers should be placed in a refrigerator right after harvest with help from an organic farmer in this free...

Winter squash will grow and flourish during the summer months, but it needs to be removed from the ground before it starts freezing. Use clippers to harvest winter squash with help from an organic...

Spinach is a cold-loving plant that should be able to grow year-round, but it is grown best in this spring and fall. Harvest spinach as baby spinach or big-leaf cooking spinach with help from an...

Rosemary is a woody shrub that is perennial in some places, and it is often grown indoors like a houseplant. Use clippers to harvest rosemary, and allow it to repopulate itself with help from an...

Why buy squash seeds when it is easy to harvest them from your own garden? For the self-sufficient gardener, saving squash seeds is an easy task. Read on to find out how that can be accomplished.

Growing Eggplants in an EarthBox is a great way to ensure a good harvest. Learn how to grow Eggplant in this free video on plant cultivation.

Red lettuce, or Red Sails lettuce can be harvest a few leaves at a times and can be grown in your yard. Learn how to grow Red Sails lettuce in your vegetable garden in this free video.

Sweet potato vines are usually grown as ornamental plants, but you can also harvest the potato. Learn how to grow sweet potato vines in your vegetable garden in this free video.

Harvest plants with the whole garden in mind, finding overcrowded areas and extra leaves. Learn to harvest greens from an organic farmer in this free gardening video.

Potatoes are something almost everyone eats. They are easy to grow, and the flavor of freshly-dug potatoes is well worth the work. Growing potatoes in old tires saves space, speeds up growth,...

Garlic is very easy for the home gardener to grow and is categorized as both a vegetable and an herb. Plant the cloves and new bulbs will develop. Garlic is in the allium family, which includes...

Also called Chinese cabbage, bok choy, or pakchoi this plant is a leafy Asian green that can be harvested in 45-50 days. It does very well in spring and fall but does not do well in hot months....

Arugula is the salad green that is often described as a “peppery” member of the mustard family. Also known as rocket, rugula, and Italian cress this kitchen garden staple is an annual native to...

Lettuce is an easy and quick growing compliment to any kitchen garden. Though there are many varieties such as Iceberg, Romaine, and Red Oak leaf, they all have similar needs and are very easy to...

Peas are a wonderful addition to any home vegetable garden. They are an annual crop that has a brief season in spring, but they can also be grown in the fall. The vines typically grow 2-5 feet...