There are many delicious greens perfect for the fall garden, and it is easier to grow them than many gardeners realize. There are even ways to extend the autumn growing season to grow your favorite fall greens for extra weeks, giving you healthy, delicious produce to enjoy long after traditional harvests have ended. Top Greens to Grow in Fall A wide variety of greens are hardy in fall and can easily be grown in the garden as well as in containers or window boxes. Depending on your tastes and...

Devised in 1909, the pH scale measures the concentration of hydrogen ions in a solution. Its scale ranges from 0-14. Pure water is “neutral” and has a pH of 7, midway between 0 and 14. If a solution has a low concentration of hydrogen ions, the rating will be a higher number and is considered basic or alkaline. Likewise, a high concentration of hydrogen ions rates a lower number and is considered acidic. What pH Means to Your Garden There are four important reasons to monitor your soil’s pH...

Every garden, no matter its size, can practice mindful sustainability. But what does that mean for your garden and the harvest you produce? What sustainability practices can you implement in an urban garden? Why Sustainability Matters Practicing sustainability allows us to minimize waste, conserve natural resources, and minimize the environmental impact of our actions. A more eco-friendly garden has less overall impact, with less contamination of food or...