If you've got acidic soil, this inexpensive crushed rock product is your friend. Here's what you need to know to make the most of it. Reviewed by David McKinney To give your plants a boost—whether you ...

A few weeks back, I mentioned the myth of osage orange fruits repelling spiders. Science has debunked this, though some still believe it works. I always say if it works for you, keep doing it. This ...

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

Most plants thrive in soils with a slightly acidic to neutral pH of around 6.0 to 7.0. If you’re struggling with overly acidic soil, knowing how to raise pH in soil closer to that neutral range will ...

The right amount of calcium in the soil can help plants grow healthy and strong. Test your soil first to determine how much calcium you need to add, as well as the pH level. Gypsum, lime, and bonemeal ...

2. Improve Plant Health: When the soil pH and nutrients are balanced, plants are stronger, better able to absorb water, and more resistant to pests and disease, leading to greater yields or more ...

I would like to get my vegetable garden and annual flower beds ready for planting without having to do a lot of preparation next spring. What are some things I could be doing right now? The easiest ...

“Viracocha” Daylillies in bloom. The easiest way to divide a perennial like day lily with entangled roots is to dig and lift the entire clump from the soil. Next use a small saw -- like the type used ...