"I grow marigolds near cabbage almost every spring, and they’re excellent at repelling aphids, cabbage worms, and nematodes," says Wingfield-Accime. "They also bring vibrant color to the garden." ...

Another reason for early treatment in keeping cabbages clear of pests and diseases is that the tightly packed inner leaves of the cabbage make it increasingly difficult for pesticides to reach the ...

One of the questions I have had over the years is, “Why would you want to mix two different plants in the same row?” When I started gardening back in Overton, I would plant each packet of seeds ...

The other benefit to companion planting onions and root veggies is that they have similar soil and fertilization requirements ...

Aphids on two roses in garden - butterfly's dream/Shutterstock ...

Broccoli ( Brassica oleracea) is a prolific—and delicious—addition to any garden. While cultivating this hardy green is ...

Apply commercial fertilizers, manure or compost to cane, bush (gooseberries, currants, and blueberries), and trailing berries ...

Most gardeners grow cabbage and kale from started plants rather than from seed. Choose healthy-looking plants. Look under the leaves and along the stem for any insects, especially aphids ...

Most gardeners grow cabbage and kale from starter plants rather than from seed. Choose healthy-looking plants. Look under the leaves and along the stem for any insects, especially aphids, or insect ...

Some people may lose weight using the cabbage soup diet. However, there is no scientific evidence to support the diet’s suitability for healthy weight loss. The cabbage soup diet is a diet fad ...