Across the country, more people are turning unused corners of their yards into small food systems that nourish both their ...

If you want healthy food, experts say to eat what's local, organic and in-season. Those foods benefit the planet too, because they are less taxing on the soil and they don't travel as far. It doesn't ...

Creating a backyard vegetable garden is one of the most rewarding activities you can undertake as a home gardener.

This garden maximizes yields by growing cut-and-come-again crops, such as chard, and by growing vertically on a trellis. Discover gardening advice for your backyard vegetable garden, including saving ...

Growing your own vegetables is not only a rewarding experience but also a step towards a healthier lifestyle and a more sustainable planet.

The plants capture and store carbon in the soil, promote healthy soil by preventing compaction and can make the air cooler on ...