close
The Wayback Machine - https://web.archive.org/web/20191226220056/https://www.bhg.com/gardening/vegetable/

Edible Gardening

Why should you grow your own vegetables and fruit? For starters, you'll save money on your grocery bills. Of course, you'll also know exactly what you are feeding your family -- and you'll have fun doing something together that is easier than you think.

Most Recent

This Is What Your Favorite Spices Look Like Before They Are Harvested

Just like herbs, spices come from plants⁠—but it's a little less obvious which part of the plant they come from. What these spices look like on the plant will surprise you.
Read More

How to Successfully Plant and Grow Tomatoes

Growing tomatoes doesn't have to be difficult, but it can be challenging for beginning gardeners. Here are step-by-step tips to help you plant, grow, prune, water, and fertilize your tomato plants to ultimately produce juicy tomatoes that everyone will want on their plate.
Read More

The Real Difference Between Fruits and Vegetables

Everything you thought you knew about produce is about to be turned on its head. Here's how to differentiate fruits from vegetables (the list may surprise you!).
Read More

12 Unique Fruits and Veggies You Should Grow This Year

Why grow something you can find in the grocery store when you could try pink celery, pineapple strawberries, or psychedelic-color tomatoes? These unusual varieties will expand your palate and earn you bragging rights.
Read More

What Are Microgreens? Here's What You Need to Know

These tiny plants are big on flavor and loaded with antioxidants and vitamins. Pile microgreens on a sandwich or wrap, create a microgreen salad, or top an entrée with this healthful garnish.
Read More

How to Grow Hanging Tomato Plants

A novelty for sure, upside-down tomato plants grow delicious fruit on your patio. Learn all about growing hanging tomato plants and harvest your own flavor-packed fruit.
Read More

More Edible Gardening


Is This the Reason Your Herbs are Dying?

The reason your herbs are not thriving might not have anything to do with your thumb. We have six things to look for when planting and caring for your herb garden to ensure that you end up with a bountiful garden.