Planting seeds directly in the garden can sometimes be risky.    When you start seeds indoors under optimal conditions you reduce risk.    Stephen gives you simple indoor seed starting tips.    Listen and then read this complete Seed Starting Guide. Also visit the Index and type in “Seed Starting” to find seed starting tips for 80 different vegetables and herbs.    You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, also...

Crop rotation is the practice of growing a different crop rather than the same crop in the same place season-after-season.    Crop rotation can renew your garden soil and give you crops the best soil and nutrients for a bountiful harvest.    Stephen gives you crop rotation basics. Rotate crops for the best garden.    Get more crop rotation Crop Rotation in the Small Vegetable Garden. Also, visit the Harvest to Table Index and type in the crop you want to grow and harvest.    You can...

Which crops can you grow in the cool time of the year, and which grow best in the warm time of the year?    Which crops live in the garden for a long time, and which are short stayers in the garden?    Which crops are best for beginning gardeners?    Answers to these questions will help you plan your growing season. Stephen gives you simple tips to prepare for the growing season.    You’ll want to check out these guides: Vegetable Garden Growing Season and Cool-Season Vegetable...

Planning your growing season? Learn when to sow seeds indoors and when to transplant seedlings into the garden.    Use these tips to fill in your garden calendar and plan your spring and summer planting. Listen and then print out this guide: Vegetable Garden Calendar and Map.    Also visit the Index and type in the crop you want to grow and harvest; our crop guides will give you planting dates for the growing season.    You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and...

A garden calendar can make your garden year much easier. Record important dates early in the season – when you plant and when you expect to harvest; everything else will fall in place.    Stephen gives you simple tips to set up your garden calendar and planting map.    Listen and then print out this guide: Vegetable Garden Calendar and Map. Also visit the Index and type in the crop you want to grow and harvest; get planting, days to maturity, and harvest notes.    You can keep growing...

Did you plant broccoli, chard, lettuce, peas or other cool season crops in late summer? Your harvest will be ready soon.    When should these crops come out of the garden? Stephen gives you winter harvest tips. Get these tips before the first hard freeze.    Get harvest tips for all your crops at the Harvest Index at Harvesttotable.com.    You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, also Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide,...

Early winter is the best time to prepare for planting your spring vegetable garden.Learn how you can prepare your planting beds for spring planting. Stephen gives you simple tips to prepare the soil for next season. Get garden prep and vegetable grow at Harvesttotable.com. Read the Vegetable Garden Soil Guide and Organic Fertilizers and Soil Amendments. Also visit the Index and type in the crop you want to grow and harvest.  You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and...

Learn how you can grow vegetables indoors this winter—including tomatoes. Stephen gives you simple tips to quickly grow tasty greens and other vegetables indoors.    Get more tips on winter vegetable gardening at How to Grow a Winter Vegetable Garden and How to Grow Herbs Indoors in Winter. Also visit the Index and type in the crop you want to grow and harvest.    You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, also Kitchen...

Season End Winter Garden Prep. Join Stephen Albert as he shares valuable tips for preparing your garden for winter growing. Learn more about Cover Crop Basics at Harvest to Table.    From cleaning up your garden beds to planting for the winter, Stephen shares ten essential steps to ensure a successful winter garden. Whether in a milder winter region or planning for spring, this episode has you covered.   Find more expert advice in Stephen's book, "The Vegetable Garden Almanac and...

Cover Crop Basics. Join Stephen Albert as he delves into the world of cover crops. Learn more about Cover Crop Basics at Harvest to Table, and don’t miss out on the Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass.   Explore the importance of cover crops, often interchangeably referred to as "COVID crops," "green manure," or "catch crops." Learn how they enrich soil, block weeds, and encourage beneficial insects and soil microbes.    Learn how they enrich soil, block weeds, and encourage beneficial...

Autumn Soil Care. Join Stephen Albert as he delves into the crucial subject of autumn soil care, emphasizing its significance in preparing for the upcoming growing season. Learn more about Autumn Soil Coil at Harvest to Table   He offers valuable insights into clearing the garden, improving soil quality, and suggests planting cover crops. Stephen's expertise shines as he discusses the advantages of autumn soil preparation, soil testing, and adjusting soil pH. Plus, find more expert advice...

Late Autumn Planting. Join Stephen Albert as he discusses the art of planting crops in late autumn. Learn more about Late Autumn Planting at Harvest to Table   Discover a variety of cold-tolerant crops, from corn salad to kale, and learn how to extend your growing season with season-extending devices. Stephen shares valuable insights on sowing and harvesting these crops, offering tips for success in the cooler months. Plus, find more expert advice in Stephen's book, "The Vegetable Garden...

Second Spring Planting in Autumn. Join Stephen Albert and learn how to maximize your garden's yield by planting cool-weather vegetables in late summer and autumn. Learn more about Second Spring Planting in Autumn at Harvest to Table - Second Spring Planting in Autumn.   From choosing the right crops to frost protection strategies, Stephen shares valuable insights for extending your harvest season. Don't miss the tips on achieving a thriving winter garden. Plus, find more expert advice in...

Storing Vegetables Join Stephen Albert as he shares valuable insights on storing your vegetable crops. Learn more about Storing Vegetables at Harvest to Table - Storing Vegetables.   Discover essential tips for keeping your vegetables garden-fresh, whether you have a backyard garden or buy from a local market. Learn about four effective methods for preserving vegetables and get a glimpse into Stephen's comprehensive book, "The Vegetable Garden Grower's Guide."    Whether you're a seasoned...

Tomato Ripening Tips. Join Stephen Albert as he shares valuable insights on how to speed up the ripening of tomatoes at the end of the season, especially when frost is looming. Learn more about Tomato Ripening Tips at Harvest to Table - The Basics of Harvesting Tomatoes.   This article will be helpful — Tomato Grower’s Answer Book.  Discover practical tips to ensure you enjoy fully ripe tomatoes before the cold weather sets in. Whether it's picking at the first sign of color, reducing...

Tomato Harvest Basics. Join Stephen Albert as he delves into the art of harvesting tomatoes. Learn more about Tomato Harvest Basics at Harvest to Table - The Basics of Harvesting Tomatoes.   This article will be helpful — Tomato Grower’s Answer Book. Discover how to determine when your tomatoes are perfectly ripe, the impact of temperature on ripening, and more. Stay tuned to the end for exciting insights on accelerating tomato ripening as the season winds down. Whether you're a seasoned...

Join us as we share a comprehensive guide to successful herb cultivation. The episode covers the simplicity of growing herbs from families like parsley, mint, and daisy. It delves into essential aspects such as soil preparation, proper watering techniques, and understanding the lifecycles of annual, biennial, and perennial herbs.    You don’t wanna miss this episode as we reveal the remarkable partnership between herbs and vegetables, where herbs act as natural pest repellents. Whether...

Watering in Summer. Join Stephen as he discusses the importance of watering vegetables and plants and how water is essential for plant growth as it carries nutrients and minerals. He covers it in depth in his book Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide.   You can also keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner. Tune in now, and learn more about specific watering recommendations for various...

Mulch for the Vegetable Garden. Join Stephen Albert as he discusses the importance of mulch in vegetable gardening. Learn more about Mulch for the Vegetable Garden at Harvest to Table - How to Grow a Fall Vegetable Garden.   If you want to learn more about using mulch in the vegetable garden, I have a couple of posts about Mulching at Harvest to Table (Mulch). You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, Kitchen Garden...

Fall Vegetable Garden. Join Stephen Albert as he shares the possibilities to grow vegetables for harvest in the fall. Learn more about Fall Vegetable Garden at Harvest to Table - How to Grow a Fall Vegetable Garden.   This book will be helpful —Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide. You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden...

Cover Crops. Join Stephen Albert as he shares the importance of cover crops for vegetable gardening. Learn more about Cover Crops at Harvest to Table.   This book will be helpful —Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide. You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner. Tune in now and learn why  cover crops are...

Succession Planting. Join Stephen Albert as he shares an exciting technique that can help you maximize growth in your garden: Succession Planting.  Learn more about Succession Planting at Harvest to Table.   This article will be helpful —Succession Planting — Be An Expert. You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner. Tune in now and learn how to take...

Permaculture in the Vegetable Garden. Join Stephen as we dive into this eco-friendly method of creating nutrient-rich fertilizer for your plants. Read more about Permaculture in the Vegetable Garden at Harvest to Table.   This article will be helpful — Intensive Planting in the Vegetable Garden. You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner.   Join us...

Companion Planting. Join Stephen as we dive into this eco-friendly method of creating nutrient-rich fertilizer for your plants. Read more about Companion Planting at Harvest to Table.   This article will be helpful —Intensive Planting in the Vegetable Garden. You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner.   Join us as we discover the secrets behind...