From cleaning up vegetable beds to adding lime, these simple autumn chores prevent disease and prepare your soil for next ...

You're probably aware that fallen leaves make good mulch, but they can also aid the garden and the flower beds if you make ...

If you want a vibrant garden and healthy plants when spring comes around again, there's one affordable ingredient you should ...

Winter can be tough on your plants, but staying ahead with simple hacks makes a big difference. The key to keeping your ...

Fireplace ash is alkaline, which means it can help neutralize acidic soils. If your soil is too acidic, adding ash can bring ...

If all those bags at the big box store confuse you, here's how to determine what kind of soil you need for your garden project. Before I became a gardener, the differences among all the soil mixes ...

Want healthier plants and bigger harvests? The secret is in your soil. Discover the minerals that can transform tired dirt ...

The question I receive most frequently from vegetable gardeners: How much fertilizer should I apply? The second most frequently asked question: How can I get better vegetable yields in my garden? Both ...

Many people do not realize the difference between soil and dirt. Soil is alive and dirt isn’t. Plants will grow in soil, but they cannot grow in dirt (unless you add the needed nutrients). For your ...

Most of us probably don't give much thought to the color of our garden soil. We often take for granted that it's a rich brown color and pay more attention to the color of our grass or the leaves on ...