Dig into your yard in New Orleans and you’re likely to find more than dirt: bricks, oyster shells, rusted nails, chunks of concrete, even the occasional talismanic jar. The same holds true in just ...

Red and green bell peppers growing in a garden. - Helen Camacaro/Getty Images Growing Capsicum annuum, like bell, green, or sweet peppers, can be incredibly satisfying, but it's not always the easiest ...

Growing zones, also referred to as hardiness zones, are geographical areas categorized based on average annual minimum winter temperatures in order to determine which plants are likely to thrive in a ...

Each year, it seems as though our local garden centers are offering more varieties of chili peppers to choose from. How do you know what to buy? How can you use them or preserve them? Hot peppers, or ...

From cool bell peppers to spicy jalapeños, peppers are a delight to grow and have a wide range of culinary uses. Peppers require a lot of sunshine and warm temperatures in order to thrive, but that ...

Thinking about starting your own vegetable garden to save money? You’re not alone. Herbs like rosemary are a smart, low-effort crop that saves money and adds fresh flavor on demand. Tomatoes, peppers, ...