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...uccess with your plants and complete failure. The basic requirements of plants are proper… More
When you use potting soil for starting seeds or planting plants, sterilized soil is… More
soil pH is the amount of acid or alkaline in a soil. Most plants… More
Numerous recipes for mixing organic soil exist. The key is to have a good… More
Wisconsin has a nearly full range of soil types. A digital map of the… More
Soil is the base in which all plants grow naturally; without it, life would… More
...t of organic growing is that you should feed your soil so that it… More
If you want to reuse organic soil but are afraid of carrying forward fungus,… More
...ype thermometer is an accurate method for testing soil temperature prior to planting seeds… More
...ter decays and weathers, it forms a thin layer of soil. Our gardens rely… More
...arden is to lay a foundation with a rich, organic Soil. Soil that has… More
Amending clay soil does not need to be difficult, but it does require some… More
Although there are limited studies conducted on the differences in nutrients between tomatoes grown… More
...ers understand the importance of a proper potting soil for best results. Commercial soils… More
...nt growing medium commonly referred to as potting soil is, in fact, soilless. It… More
Lemon trees grow best in soil with good internal drainage and a low acid… More
...dening usually spend significant money on potting soil over the course of a growing… More
No perfect definition of "good soil structure" exists. After all, what's good for the… More
Potting soils that contain insecticides (such as imidacloprid) and a type of vermiculite that… More
... not healthy to place or leave dead leaves in the soil of potted… More
When planting mountain laurels in soil, simply press the seed pod halfway down into the… More
For container gardening, use a soil-less potting mixture that consists of peat moss, fine bark… More
Make grass grow in a red clay soil by adding large amounts of compost or… More
Solarization is done to soil to get rid of vegetation in an area in order… More
Mixing soil requires finding a good balance of clay, silt and sand and also organic… More
Building organic soil requires a good compost-to -soil ratio in order to keep organic matter… More
...evels will measure the acidity or alkaline in the soil. Learn how to determine the… More
You have to use the same soil that the Salvia came in to protect their… More
Alluvial soil is soil that is formed by standing water deposits from heavy rain or… More
In order to kill termites in the soil, a contact insecticide can be used once… More
Prevent soil erosion on a hillside by planting a variety of vegetables, fruits and shrubs… More
Solarize soil by covering the area the needs to be solarized with black plastic, weighing… More
Buying soil amendments is not necessary when the soil is nourished properly, like developing a… More
To fix poor soil drainage, raise all of the flower beds up at least a… More
Sterilize soil by placing black plastic over the area, holding the plastic down with heavy… More
Learn ways to prevent and rid your planting soil of bugs and other pests in… More
Understand what soil will best allow your house plant to thrive in this free educational… More
Learn the basics of raised bed gardening in this free online video guide to vegetable… More
Growing a Venus Fly Trap plant is easy with these tips, learn how to care… More
How to prepare the soil for the plants explained by a horticulturist in this free… More
Learn about the special soil you need for growing bonsai trees, in this free video. More
How to insert your plants in soil for growing cactus succulents; get professional tips and… More
Learn how to mix potting soil for gardenias in this free expert video clip. More
Learn how to prepare the soil to plant and grow snapdragons - free video. More
Learn how to test the soil before planting gardenias in this free expert video clip. More
Learn how to prepare & enrich the soil for a home or backyard vegetable garden… More
Density, soil type, climate and location are all important in determining where you should plant… More
Test the orchid soil mixture in this free care for orchids video. More
How to prepare house plant soil; get professional tips and advice from an expert on… More
Organic matter in your soil is always a good thing; take care of your garden… More
...mercial and organic fertilizers work when used in soil; take care of your garden or… More
Gardeners should know about soil composition to help care for plants and flowers; take care… More
Tips on the learning the type of soil in your garden to grow the most… More
Learn gardening tips and advice on soil fertilization from a horticulture expert in this free… More
...!Has anyone ever used for your container a garden soil mix that is supposed to be worked into regular soil? I bought Sta-green garden soil for vegetables and flowers for my containers because regular potting soils did not specifically say "for veg." (I have NO experience with gardening at… More
...!Has anyone ever used for your container a garden soil mix that is supposed to be worked into regular soil? I bought Sta-green garden soil for vegetables… More
...!Has anyone ever used for your container a garden soil mix that is supposed to be worked into regular soil? I bought Sta-green garden soil for vegetables and flowers for my containers because regular potting soils did not specifically say "for veg." (I have NO experience with gardening at… More
I have not been able to grow: cucumbers, zucchini, butternut squash or pumpkin properly. The problems have been, poor growth of leaves, failure of fruit to set/grow, catterpillas under leaves and powdery mildew. I can deal with the caterpillas and the PM but I'm sure there's something lacking in my… More
... NEED TO MULCH AFTER USING 3-4 INCHES OF MUSHROOM SOIL IN NEW BEDS...NO PLANTINGS YET...PLAN TO ADD IN THE SPRING.. iS MULCH NECESSARY OR WILL WEEDS ERUPT? wHAT ABOUT CORN GLUTEN FOR WEED PREVENTION WE WANT TO KEEP THE BEDS ORGANIC THK:( More
...never really read the back of the bags of potting soil before. After potting several of my pots I just happened to read the back of the back and it said IMPORTANT...… More
...ing moisture control miracle grow potting mix for basically everything I planted. I did it because I have limited physical abilities and didn't want to… More
is there another way to soften my soil besides manure? i'm worried about bugs and smell. does pot soil soften hard soil like manure? More
I was going to get a truck load of mushroom soil to put in a new garden that is shady and very moist in the spring. Someone told me it's a waste of money to use it as the nuitrents are depleted. I will need to use regular mulch when… More
Found this one, soil baits Potatoes/carrots soil bait 1. Cut potatoes or carrots into chunks. 2. Remove the potato 'eyes' to prevent from growing. 3. Make the pieces big enough and put in sticks. 4. Bury "staked potatoes/carrots" at a depth of 3"-4" deep in the ground. The stick serves… More
...rom NJ) and have trouble working in the hard clay Soil here. I'd like to start with a small raised bed with annuals next Spring. Can I just fill the bed with something like Miracle Gro Garden Soil alone or should the… More
My husband just bought me two bags of top soil to start up the garden in the front yard. The question I had before I put it down was that if I had a neutral pH top soil, will it eventually become the same pH as the ground underneath it?… More
... place the coconut about 1/3 submerged into sandy soil. My question is, can anyone be a little more specific as far as the soil requirements for… More
QUICKLY TEST YOUR soil FERTILITY COUNT EARTHWORMS It sounds crazy, but by knowing how many earthworms are in your garden soil, you can quickly estimate your soil fertility. The best time to check for earthworm activity is in the spring when the soil temperature has risen to a minimum of… More
What do you do to lower the alkalinity of your soil? My planters' alkalinity I think is too high, in the 9s and 10s while my plants requre a 6.5 to 7 alkaline. Any recommendation? Even my grapes which requires a more acidic soil is high in alkaline. More
What would be a good soil to keep my very small 1 inch Coast and Dawn and Giant Sequoias in? Would it be something like regular potting soil, vermiculite, or peat or something else? What soil should I keep them in? More
...instructions regarding gardening require "sterile soil". I may not be using the right word, but they usually are referring to a soil that doesn't have any germs. I'm just wondering if this is silly or if I should expect the gardening police at my… More
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i have hard soil. i looked up the soil requirements for periwinkles and wedelias. both accept all kinds of soil. will these plants grow through this rock like soil? or do i really need to fix my soil? More
...are going to be raised, where do you guys buy the soil? I… More
... my perennials as needed with Miracle Gro potting soil and use the same for annuals. So, I've been dumping the "used" soil in one large pile, and now I have a wheelbarrow full of dirt! :confused: haha! My question is - what should I do with all… More
What would be a good soil to keep my very small 1 inch Coast and Dawn and Giant Sequoias in? Would it be something like regular potting soil, vermiculite, or peat or something else? What soil should I keep them in? Right now I have my Blue Spruce in regular… More
What would be a good soil to keep my very small 1 inch Coast and Dawn and Giant Sequoias in? Would it be something like regular potting soil, vermiculite, or peat or something else? What soil should I keep them in? Right now I have my Blue Spruce in regualr… More
WHO KNOW WHAT POND soil IS!:eek: :eek: Im told I need to use "pond soil" how does it differ from any other soil.? Has anyone make it How can I make it ? Im dying of curiousity:eek: :eek: :confused: THANK YOU !:D Kale:) More
...le garden as well. Should we use the same potting soil for both? Does anyone have any recommendations for the best brand of potting soil? More
Hi Everyone. What can I add to my sandy soil to make it a little bit more acidic? I tested the Ph and it is at 7.0. I am plantng Wax Myrtles and want them to be in the best soil but when I read up about them I learned… More
...rayer plant and ivy, I noticed gold flecks in the soil. No kidding. The soil was a bit vermiculite, so I don't know if that had anything to do with it. Had been in that pot for quite some time.. over a year or two. Anyone know… More
Hello, I have a raised garden and I purchased soil from a company in Maryland that specializes in top soil. The soil is called LeafGro. For the last 3-4 weeks, it had been raining regularly but my soil looks like I live in the desert. One picture shows my garden… More
... it inside (bad idea) and I accidentally got some soil on the floor. What is the best method to get this soil stain out of the carpet? Thank you for any suggestions. More
...12'x3'x1') for vegetables. I need to fill it with soil, but unsure what to buy at my local box store. Seems like I have choices ranging from: Potting soil,… More
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