Many people cringe at the first site of a dandelion plant but there is much more to this hardy plant than one might think.

Plants For A Future is a resource center for rare and unusual plants, particularly those which have edible, medicinal or other uses. They practice...

World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms (WWOOF) is part of a world-wide effort to link volunteers with organic farmers, promote an educational exchange, and build a global community conscious of ecological farming practices. WWOOF organizations publish listings of organic farms and gardens that host volunteers – providing food, housing, and in-field education in exchange for [...]

During World War II, Americans responded to pressure on the public food supply by growing fruits and vegetables at home. These "Victory Gardens" were planted in backyards and on apartment rooftops, in big cities and...