Good soil, sunshine, water: These are critical ingredients for healthy plants and a beautiful garden. Fertilizer? Not usually, said Sharon Yiesla, plant knowledge specialist at The Morton Arboretum in ...

Shopping for plant fertilizer and applying it may seem perplexing at first. Follow these simple tips and you’ll be fertilizing like a pro in no time. Read the Label: What Do Fertilizer Numbers Mean?

You’ve potted, watered, de-pested, and pruned your houseplant — but after several months, you notice it looks less vibrant. It may be time for fertilizer. “Plants get their food from photosynthesis, ...

With a gentle balance of nutrients that enhance soil and nourish acid-loving plants in winter, this organic material is a ...

QUESTION: I'm trying to decide when to fertilize the many different kinds of plants in my landscape. I don't know when to start fertilizing or when I should stop. What is the best fertilizer to use ...

UC Davis researchers have discovered a way to grow cereal crops, like rice and wheat, with less nitrogen fertilizer, reducing pollution and saving farmers billions. Researchers at the University of ...

Growing your own tomatoes at home makes a big difference when it comes to flavor. There’s nothing quite like pulling a fresh tomato off the vine when it’s fully ripe, juicy and warmed by the sun.

Ah, the first week of September. For many gardeners in Middle America, this is when they throw in the towel. Tired of whacking mosquitoes, dragging hoses, and inventing new recipes for the annual ...

MacCubbin gives gardening advice for Central Florida about petunias, ponytail plants, grapefruit and peach trees, crotons, ...