Humans aren't the only ones looking forward to fresh fruit in the spring. Squirrels and opossums often grab the best bite ...

Is it time to plant? Should we wait? Is winter over? The first day of spring was last week, so we’re good to go, right? To ...

Growing seeds inside also requires more of an investment because you'll need proper lighting and containers and such. It also ...

Magnesium is an essential mineral found in vegetables like spinach, kale, acorn squash, edamame, artichokes, and parsnips.

Zucchini is pretty easy to grow, but when you're dealing with nature, there are always extra challenges. Here's what you need ...

Last week we planted the last of our cool season seeds. Any cool season seeds planted from here on out will run the risk of ...

The weather is warming up, flowers are starting to pop out of the ground and outdoor vegetable gardening time is here!

University of Illinois Extension horticulture experts will present tips, how-to’s, and answer questions about each monthly topic. The series focuses on home gardening, environmental stewardship, and ...

Because life isn’t all peas and carrots, companion planting is just as effective in your ornamental beds and borders as with your vegetables.

During World War II, Americans planted "victory gardens" where they grew food in backyard gardens, rooftop plots, public ...

The recommended daily amount rises slightly for older adults, increasing from 15 micrograms per day to 20 mcg at age 71. One cup of fortified 2% milk contains 2.9 mcg of vitamin D, compared to 14.2 ...