Cool nights + mild days = root-crop heaven. In the Bay Area, you can direct-sow beets, radishes, and turnips from late summer into fall...

Tomatoes love heat and long days—two things the Bay Area delivers unevenly. Here’s a simple, microclimate-aware plan so you know what...

Artichokes love the Bay Area’s cool, marine weather. On the coast (including San Mateo County), you can grow them as long-lived...

The Bay Area in August is a tale of microclimates — foggy coast, mild bay flats, and toasty inland pockets. The good news: you can still...

Discover 15 of the most inspiring community gardens across the Bay Area — from San Mateo to Marin — where locals come together to grow food, share knowledge, and create thriving green spaces. Includes garden highlights, what makes each one unique, and tips for getting involved.

Why lettuce is a Bay Area gardener’s best friend In our mild Mediterranean-meets-fog climate, lettuce is one of the most reliable crops...

Why grow lettuce here? Cool nights, foggy mornings, and mild winters make the Bay Area ideal for lettuce almost year-round. Many coastal...

Hey gardeners! August in the Bay Area might feel like peak summer, but it’s actually a great time to get a fall garden going. Whether...