A member of the beet family, Swiss chard (Beta vulgaris) is one of the easiest leafy greens to grow because it will thrive in ...

Flats of transplants that are now in garden centers include selections such as Chinese cabbage, Swiss chard and collards that may be outside your gardening comfort zone. But don't be afraid to try ...

This delicious leafy vegetable is rich in nutrients and antioxidants. Swiss chard is a hardy, cold-tolerant green that thrives in spring and fall. Water it about an inch per week, and adjust sunlight ...

Among the benefits of growing Swiss chard: it's an excellent source of several minerals and vitamins A, C, and K, making it a valuable food for maintaining strong bones. (For details on growing many ...

Apartment living doesn’t mean you can’t have your own vegetable garden. Growing crops in pots is easy as long as you have a plan and outdoor space; all you need is a balcony with a bit of sunlight, a ...

Since people are spending more time at home, here is an idea for an activity that everyone can do: Grow some food in a container or in the ground. My mother-in-law, Fran, came up with this idea since ...