Of the tests to do before planting in your garden, a drainage test is among the best (and easiest). Try this quick drainage ...

Welcoming butterflies to your garden is beneficial for the ecosystem. Here is one way to use outdated potting soil to ...

How can I sow seed without compacting soil? JERRY: This is one of the tips my grandfather gave me… "Rather than walking on the soil, why don't you walk on some boards?" Because as you walk on these ...

While the practice of no-till gardening is not new, information has traditionally centered on agricultural field crops. Now, home gardeners are catching on. “The concept of no-till has been around for ...

David Kuchta, Ph.D. has 10 years of experience in gardening and has read widely in environmental history and the energy transition. An environmental activist since the 1970s, he is also a historian, ...

A lush Hawaiian landscape in acidic volcanic soil is proof enough that plants can thrive in all sorts of soil. While too much acidity can be deadly for plants, many prefer moderately acidic soil with ...

Is soil testing important? How can I get my soil tested? The first question is do you need a soil test? There are several situations where a soil test may be appropriate: 1. Landscaping a new home ...