Purple, white, yellow, or orange, sugary sweet carrots are always a garden treat. They’re also one of the best crops to use as companion plants. Since carrots are compact and grow low to the ground, ...

You can fit carrots (Daucus carota subsp. sativus) almost anywhere in the garden. They don't take up much space, and the long taproots help to break up and aerate the soil for other plants. Some ...

Discover how companion planting, intercropping, and sustainable practices like soil care and natural pest control create ...

What's a companion? The origin of the word is Gothic, 13th century, and translated as "messmate" (pan or pain for bread). It's been modified over the years to specify certain scientific relationships, ...

Companion planting can help you grow healthier and more productive plants without harsh pesticides and synthetic fertilizers. This gardening technique has been used for generations to naturally boost ...

If you’re a gardener in the city of Milwaukee, there’s a good chance you’ve heard of Venice Williams. She’s the executive director of Alice’s Garden and a strong advocate for urban agriculture.