Urban gardener Anupama Desai from Surat swears by a simple, no-fuss compost trick that uses just watermelon rinds and water — ...

"Believed to improve the flavor." Gardener reveals surprising benefits of planting basil and watermelon together: 'Amazing' first appeared on The Cool Down.

Watermelon may be the sweetest way to support heart health. Studies show it can improve nutrient intake, lower added sugar, ...

While watermelon has a slightly lower impact on blood sugar, both of these fruits can be enjoyed in moderation while ...

Rotating crops, using straw mulch, and adding companion plants to the garden are all great ways to prevent squash bugs from ruining your vegetables. If an infestation has already started, you can pick ...

There are remedies that can rid veggies of common insects if applied at the first signs of activity, Don Kinzler writes.

We thought we were planting just a few squash plants. Every garden needs variety. What we ended up with were prolific, ...

Farmers markets are a mecca for fresh summer produce, overflowing with juicy peaches, fragrant herbs and quirky varietals ...

Many garden crops have separate male and female flowers on each plant; both are needed for pollination to take place.

One of the most recognizable summer garden problems is powdery mildew, a fungal disease that affects a wide range of plants.

UMass Amherst Dining Wins Produce Business Most Innovative Dining Outlet Award. Walk into any of the four dining commons on ...