A dwarf lemon is flourishing nearby, next to large containers holding rosemary, a Mexican lime tree and a small manzanita.

The diet generally emphasizes vegetables, whole grains ... Ancient Egypt and Greece cultivated asparagus, which is native to the Mediterranean region. Asparagus contains folate and vitamins ...

Fruits and vegetables need plenty of nutrients and water to thrive in a garden. California native plants prefer unamended soils and need little water once they’re established. Separation is the ...

Lettuce is a versatile and easy-to-grow vegetable that adapts well to vertical gardening. Native to the Mediterranean region, ...

The award-winning Mediterranean diet features simple, plant-based cooking, with much of each meal focused on fruits and vegetables, whole grains, beans and seeds, with a few nuts and a heavy ...