The hotties of summer are on the doorstep, and they begin next week and will remain with us until the middle of August. These ...

Cucumbers, a summer staple of salads and sandwiches, are a valuable commercial crop. They also have a less well-known role as ...

Some plants and tomatoes just don't get along. Here are 13 plants you should never grow too close to your tomato crop if you ...

The Indian monsoon brings ideal conditions for home gardening, with humidity and rain supporting vibrant plant growth. Five vegetables that thrive during this season include okra, spinach, brinjal, ...

Carrots are an excellent vegetable to plant in July for fall harvests, but they’ll need consistent moisture to germinate (so you’ll need to stay on top of keeping your carrot plants well-watered).

Space, or the lack of it, doesn't have to stand between you and a fruitful garden. You just have to be creative. Start by ...

Finding native plants to attract hummingbirds in arid climates can be a struggle, but the bright red blooms of scarlet ...

While traditional tomato cages will do the job, you can also use stakes, trellises, fences, or even string to support your ...

If you have limited space, choose a vining variety to grow on a trellis or a compact bush type. The Smith County Extension ...

Cucumber plants need at least 6 hours of direct light daily to grow; they can become stunted and pale in low-light gardens. However, too much bright sun can cause blanched leaves and sunscald, ...

At RVR in Venice, chefs Travis Lett and Ian Robinson blend Japanese influences with Southern California produce.

One Spruce editor interviewed her seasoned-gardener grandfather on some his best tips, from planting seeds to killing weeds.