One of the easiest members of the onion family to grow, shallots mature faster and require less space than their counterparts ...

Homegrown garlic is such a luxury for cooks who love fresh ingredients. If you’ve ever wondered how to grow garlic, you’ll be pleased to know it’s one of the easiest crops to master. Just plant a few ...

Why do I need to fertilise spring bulbs as they die down? TAMMY: Feeding bulbs as they’re flowering is crucial to help develop next year’s blooms. As the foliage fades, the plants is actively storing ...

Garlic belongs to the allium family, which includes onions, shallots, chives, and even some ornamental plants. People have strong feelings about garlic; they either love it or hate it. Whether you add ...

It's fair to say that garlic ranks among the most crucial ingredients in the many kitchens. From broths and pasta recipes to sauces and dressings, a handful of garlic cloves can significantly enhance ...

While it’s tempting to treat garlic as a plant-and-forget crop, it will only reward you richly if you treat it well. A clove planted in the fall won’t magically turn into a fat bulb by summer unless ...

Fall is one of the best times to be in your garden. The days are bright and sunny, but it’s cooler and there’s still plenty of time to enjoy being outdoors. It’s also the time to plant garlic, which ...

GILROY, Calif. - The flame atop the garlic bulb kicked off a weekend of garlic galore in Gilroy on Friday. A ceremonial torch was passed down a line of volunteers, reaching the first fire-grill. It ...

Ann Taylor Pittman is a Senior Food Editor at Food & Wine. She is a writer, recipe developer, editor, and cookbook author with more than 26 years of experience in food media. To say that garlic is a ...