PEAT FREE. Two words to worry growers and gardeners. Not because we agree with the destruction of historical peat bogs – of ...

Preparing the soil is key to growing strong gardens. Healthy soil helps plants grow well and fight off pests and diseases.

Soil microbiology is the scientific discipline that is concerned with the study of all biological aspects of the microorganisms (bacteria, archaea, viruses, fungi, parasites and protozoa) that ...

Learn how to grow and care for Purple Pixie® Dwarf Weeping Loropetalum in gardens and containers. Get to know the ideal light ...

Growing tarragon at home, particularly in hanging kitchen planters, is a breeze and super convenient when you want fresh ...

Last month, we covered the many benefits of leaves. How they’re worth their weight in gold, saving you money on mulch, ...

New to gardening? Cultivate your green thumb with this jargon-busting gardening glossary. Discover what the most popular ...

Repot cryptomeria every two to three years into larger containers and fresh soil. Select a container that is one to two sizes larger than the current pot. This is also true when potting newly ...

Regular drinking water generally has a neutral pH of 7. Alkaline water typically has a pH of 8 or 9. However, pH alone isn’t enough to impart substantial alkalinity to water. Alkaline water must ...

You could also incorporate some horticultural grit like Westland's Potting Grit from Amazon for added drainage. This, they say, should help drain away water after heavy winter rains. 2. Pay attention ...

Planting on wet soil and over-tilling can cause soil compaction, but so do foot traffic, heavy equipment and a clay soil you’re trying to amend with sand. We discuss the main causes of compacted soil ...

Former Philippine Ambassador to the United States Jose Cuisia Jr. on Wednesday said that it would be more beneficial for the country if Kamala Harris wins the US presidential elections. In an ...