Few things compare to the taste of a vine-ripened tomato. Sure, you can get one from your local farmer's market or from a generous neighbor that likes to share their bounty. However, if you want to ...

Growing tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum) indoors may sound easy, but many gardeners find it to be a difficult undertaking because of the different growing conditions and extra maintenance. Soil ...

These vegetable, herb, and flower seeds are easy to start indoors, even if you're a new gardener.

Many gardeners never think about growing vegetables indoors. But with the right balance of light, water, and warmth, you can grow lettuce, tomatoes, peppers, and many other food crops inside ...

How to sow seeds indoors, according to the experts - Top tips for new gardeners from those in the know ...

A reader and I recently compared notes about tomato varieties we are growing this season and some we’ve grown in the past. It seems we like some of the same varieties, including Early Girl, an early ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... With the first couple of months of the new year behind us, gardeners are focused on one thing: the countdown to the outdoor growing season. Vegetable seeds ...

If you don't want to hang around for a late harvest, these fruits and vegetables are ideal for growing early and getting a ...

Your great-grandparents were on to something; growing budget-friendly groceries is a smart way to save money and enjoy fresh produce right from your home. Recent rapidly rising grocery prices suggest ...

Tomatoes are loved in the U.S., but drought and climate change threaten their supply. Hydroponics and vertical farming could use up to 90% less water while producing quality tomatoes. High costs and ...

Limited outdoor growing space or cold winters may have you missing fresh homegrown vegetables. Make this the winter you try growing a few vegetables in a sunny window or under artificial lights.