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Late summer is when a lot of gardens hit their stride, not their end. Tomatoes, peppers, herbs, and beans are often still producing heavily in August, which means a real decision point: use it all right away, let some of...

As summer fades into fall, farmers' markets and grocery stores fill up with a distinct lineup of seasonal produce. September and October are a good window to stock up while these fruits and vegetables are at their best — and...

More than a third of U.S. households now grow at least some of their own food, according to the National Gardening Association. For most people it starts as a hobby — but the real, lasting appeal is usually the money...

Spring and summer gardens tend to produce spinach and kale faster than most households can realistically eat them fresh. Rather than let the extra go to waste or get pawned off on neighbors, freeze-drying turns a fast-growing surplus into a...

A home freeze dryer earns back its cost in three main ways: cutting down on food waste, preserving a garden harvest that would otherwise go unused, and building a real emergency food supply — often faster than people expect. 1....

Growing your own vegetables is one of the best ways to enjoy fresh, nutritious food while reducing grocery costs and preserving seasonal harvests. Homegrown vegetables are often harvested at peak ripeness, giving you exceptional flavor and allowing you to preserve...

A productive garden can go from a few ripe vegetables to more food than your household can eat in a surprisingly short time. Tomatoes ripen together. Green beans seem to double overnight. Zucchini grows faster than you can give it...

Saving seeds allows gardeners to preserve favorite varieties, reduce future seed costs, share plants with friends and family, and carry a garden’s history from one generation to the next. It also raises an interesting question: Can garden seeds be freeze...

No single plant produces fruit twelve months a year, but a garden planned around a few different fruit types, plus a plan for preserving what you grow, comes close to year-round fruit without much extra effort. Start With Perennials Fruit...