Close up of two lima beans growing on a vine in a garden - Uncle_benny/Getty Images Lima beans (Phaseolus limensis or Phaseolus lunatus) have a reputation as one of those green vegetables kids hate to ...
For many plants, alliums (of the herb or flower variety) can be great companions. They can deter pests like aphids and deter voles from eating your bulbs, making them great companion plants for roses.
If you're looking to add to your garden this growing season, consider beans. Most varieties are relatively low-maintenance ...
This story is from The Pulse, a weekly health and science podcast. Find it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. On a misty, spring day in May, about a dozen volunteers ...
I have a particular love for the chicories, the bitter lettuces, which include radicchio (red, pink, green and speckled varieties), endive, escarole and dandelion greens, not to mention all the dark ...
Beans are among the easiest crops to produce in the home garden, performing well in traditional garden beds, raised planting beds, and even containers. Pairing beans with companion plants enhances ...
Q: Something is chewing my lima bean leaves. What should I look for, and how do I treat it? A: It’s probably Mexican bean beetles, which feed on all types of bean plants and can have between one and ...