"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Growing a thriving garden takes time, effort, and plenty of patience, but there are a few things you can ...

There is a lot of choice when it comes to growing squash. That includes picking from the many varieties, with different shapes, sizes, and colors, deciding whether to grow in the ground or containers, ...

Q: I have been reading about how some plants do better if planted together. Is there truly a benefit to companion planting? Is there any scientific basis for the charts on companion planting? A: Yes, ...

Companion planting is a method of gardening that involves placing plants close together for mutual benefit. It’s a permaculture tactic and a practice as old as agriculture itself. Using this method ...

For many years, Penn State Master Gardeners were cautioned about giving advice about “companion planting,” since most of the information on this topic was based on traditional garden folklore or ...

Gemma is an experienced freelance writer who has spent the last five years focusing on expert-driven content relating to homes and gardens. She has contributed to several lifestyle publications ...

Some folks remember that jingle from a fad that started in 1970s, chia pets. Chia pets are clay figures of cows, dogs, etc., covered with moistened chia seeds that resemble hair or fur when they ...

Companion planting is a time-tested gardening technique that involves growing different plants together to enhance growth, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Growing a thriving garden requires a significant amount of time, effort, and care, but there are a few ...

Broccoli is a popular cool-weather plant and a wonderful addition to any vegetable garden. Like many other cruciferous vegetables, pests like to munch on young broccoli seedlings throughout maturity, ...