Author: Brian Barth

In which we break down the life expectancy of 20 fruit-producing species - and tips... (more)

Revered by Native Americans, corn, squash, and beans are known as the three sisters when... (more)

Some farmers grow food. Others grow the seed that the rest of the world plants.... (more)

Growing your own food and herbs shouldn't break the bank.

Take your salads to the next level by growing a few of these edible flowers... (more)

Plant for the bees! Here are some ideas for pollinator plants native to each region... (more)

From berry combs and cherry pickers, to hula hoes and flame weeders, the universe of... (more)

Warm vs cool? "Full-spectrum?" LED, CFL, or HID? Here's what you need to know about... (more)

What's in potting soil, where it comes from, and the environmental impact of each component,... (more)