A biennial is a plant that grows for two years before producing new fruit or seeds. Carrots are biennials, but that label refers to their seeds rather than their roots. The carrot root is typically ...

Summer slips away in the most delightful ways in my garden. Flocks of fledgling goldfinches crowd the water fountain while two noisy Stellars jays make a racket in the old apple tree, shouting at a ...

Thanks to the long growing season in the South, you can plant a cool-season crop like carrots twice, once in the fall and again in very early spring. Carrot seeds will germinate in 10 to 21 days and ...

Homegrown carrots are a sweet, crunchy, and fresh addition to your vegetable garden. Crisp, delicious carrots harvested from your garden are even better than the ones you can get at your farmers' ...

This is the time of year I sow my first crop of carrot seeds, about mid-March. When the soil dries out a bit between storms and the seeds are purchased, sowing begins. I like to time a sowing just a ...

Whether you’ve got prize marrows in mind, or are happy with a misshapen tomato, we can all grow vegetables at home. And you don’t need a large backyard to get growing; a small plot or a balcony will ...

Cultivating your own carrots offers a rewarding experience, yielding sweeter, nutrient-rich produce. From selecting the right seeds to preparing soil and ensuring proper watering, this guide provides ...

Carrots are the versatile vegetable packed with flavor and vitamins. However, should you want only the very tastiest serving of bright orange goodness on your plate, it is worth growing your own.

Keen gardeners may be wondering what are the best vegetables to sow in March, and one expert has the answer. Gardening expert Fiona Jenkins revealed the three vegetables that are best sown in March.