If you live somewhere with hot summers and like to grow greens, you’ve probably noticed that most of them fade out as the temperature rises. But here’s some good news: There is a spinach-like green that thrives in warm weather. Known as New Zealand spinach, this heat-loving plant is perfect to fill in the “summer…
Ashwagandha has become a very popular herbal supplement around the world. The powdered root is used for many purposes, especially to boost energy, reduce stress, and improve sleep quality. With all these great properties, it’s no surprise that people wonder if they can grow ashwagandha at home. The answer, in many cases, is yes! However,…
Napa cabbage is similar to traditional cabbage except that the leaves are a paler green, oblong, and crinkled. It’s a very versatile vegetable to work with in the kitchen and can star in dishes like Korean kimchi, Asian-inspired coleslaw, and stir-fries. If you want to try your hand at growing napa cabbage, it’s as easy…
Lettuce is one of the easiest vegetables to grow in containers, which means you can plant and harvest it even if you don’t have a lot of outdoor space. In fact, there are several reasons why growing lettuce in pots might be even better than growing it in the ground. Here’s a complete guide on…
Nothing says fall like pumpkin-flavored everything. This delicious orange vegetable can star in all kinds of recipes from pie to bread to soup and is pretty nutritious, too. The only thing better than making your own creations from scratch with canned pumpkin is growing pumpkins yourself and baking them straight from your garden. If you’ve…