When Ashlie and Tyler started out, they had nothing but empty land. Here's what they recommend as you start planning and building your first vegetable garden beds. If possible, choose an area in your ...

A health coach and grad student in nutritional science by day, Ashlie Thomas has also become a role model for new gardeners. "Access to nutritious food is so challenging for so many people," she says.

Not everyone has a naturally green thumb, but everyone can cultivate one. A few years ago—without knowing anything about how to start a vegetable garden—I tried my hand at planting one… in the dead of ...

There are so many ways to use vertical structures to maximize your garden space and even encourage healthier plants. Whether you’re hoping to add some vertical structures to your apartment balcony, ...

The installed rain barrel was painted brown and fitted with a brass spigot for feeding the garden hose. Putting a scrap lattice on its sides isn’t necessary, but does make the setup look more ...

Discover creative ways to reuse coconut shells in the garden with these easy DIY ideas. Transform discarded shells into planters, bird feeders, compost material and eco-friendly gardening tools.