More fertilizer isn't always the answer.

A Three Sisters garden turns an ordinary backyard patch into one of the smartest planting systems around. Corn shoots upward like a living trellis, beans climb those sturdy stalks, and squash spreads ...

Many gardeners lack the space for traditional gardens but can grow vegetables and herbs in containers. Choose compact, bush or patio plant varieties specifically bred for growing in smaller pots.

A Three Sisters Garden is a wonderful way to combine multiple crops and get the most of your garden - Shutterstock A Three Sisters garden turns an ordinary backyard patch into one of the smartest ...