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

Here's what you need to know about this key gardening component. A flourishing garden is a sight to behold, but its initial stages were likely far from picturesque. As you get your own outdoor ...

GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. — Understanding the texture of your garden soil is crucial for successful planting and gardening. Soil texture affects water retention, drainage, aeration, and nutrient ...

Many gardeners find it a challenge identifying plants for wet soil. Most plots have dank, wet spots where water tends to sit, brooks overflow, springs discharge or there is a naturally high water ...

During active growth, feed your gardenias with a fertilizer that's designed for acid-loving plants. “Consistent, light ...

To support steady growth, feed peace lilies with a high-nitrogen fertilizer. “Incorporate a high nitrogen fertilizer (NPK ...

Don't toss that supermarket lemon. Learn how to grow lemon trees (Citrus x limon) from seeds to produce one of the most fragrant flowering trees around.

Every gardener wants nutrient-rich soil. But just because your yard doesn’t have enough nutrients naturally doesn’t mean you can’t add more with the help of vermiculite or perlite, common soil ...

Growing chenopodium, popularly known as bathua, in containers is an easy way to add this nutritious green to your diet ...