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Start cucumber seeds indoors to get a jump-start on the season, or sow them directly in the garden. Either way, you'll have an abundant harvest with these tips.

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Tomato plants are sensitive to cold temperatures. Tomatoes should be planted in late spring after the threat of frost has passed. Wait until soil temperature consistently measures above 60°F.

Open-pollinated: A plant that has been naturally pollinated. Open-pollinated seeds can be saved from year to year and planted to produce offspring that “grow true,” or hold the same characteristics as ...

The healthiest and most climate-conscious food is local, and organic and in-season. A vegetable garden in the backyard ticks all of those boxes.

Are you picky AND frugal? Do you know exactly what you want and enjoy hunting for the best price? Are you not satisfied with the choices on the shelves? Going shopping anywhere today makes all of us ...

As you’re first planning your kitchen garden, experts told us, think about location and size. Nellie Bhattarai, an organizer with the Harris Township Community Garden, recommends beginners opt for an ...

Let’s see if that continues this month as we head into spring gardening! March is the time to start your summer vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. Started now, your seedlings will be ready to ...

Learn how to grow strawberries from seeds with our step-by-step guide. Discover tips on selecting varieties, planting, and ...

Start by choosing seeds from a New England or Connecticut–based company. Local seed companies offer varieties adapted to our shorter growing season and changing spring temperatures. One seed packet is ...

Even with snow on the ground, it's time to plan your spring garden. Learn when to plant seeds and vegetables, and how to get ...