Cover Your Plants To Extend the SeasonFor plants that are a little too tender to survive the winter in your climate, you can still grow them with a little protection.
Herbs in WinterHerbs can be a important part of your winter garden, lending plenty of flavor to the dishes you make with your winter veggies.
Fruit in WinterFruit is one thing that's hard to come by in winter, at least if you don't have space for large trees that allow you to put away long-storing fruits such as apples and pears.
Winter Is the Time of Slow GrowthOne important thing to remember about winter gardening is that plants don't grow very fast when the days are short and the weather's cold.
Choosing the Right Broccoli For YouThis winter garden staple has so many varieties that it's easy to get overwhelmed when you look at a seed catalog or well-stocked nursery. Here's a summary of a few varieties I've grown, and the pros and cons of each.
Plant for Your Zone and Harvest All WinterEven in the coldest areas, there are usually some plants that will survive the winter and allow you to have garden-fresh produce despite the weather.
Avoiding Loose-Leafed Brussels SproutsSometimes your Brussels sprouts form loose, leafy heads instead of the tight ones you expect. Why does that happen, and how can you prevent it?
Harvest After Frost for Best FlavorMany cold weather crops actually taste sweeter if you harvest them after a frost instead of right before one.
