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...ad about the best vegetables for your climate and soil type. Expect to learn… More
...n, weeding to remove unwanted material and mowing for a well-manicured appearance. You can… More
...t have to be a difficult procedure, when you have tips to help you. More
When determining the soil type in your yard, the name can vary depending on… More
soil pH is the amount of acid or alkaline in a soil. Most plants… More
...ng a good structure. Clay also makes it difficult for plants to absorb nitrates,… More
Many materials can be incorporated into clay soil to increase its potential. Your local… More
Acidity and alkalinity of soil are measured by "pH," or "the 'potential' of the… More
...ust a trendy buzzword. In commercial agriculture, soil and produce may be called organic… More
...t of organic growing is that you should feed your soil so that it… More
...ently windy, although there are cold deserts. The soils of hot, arid interior and… More
Soil nematodes are microscopically tiny roundworms, mostly less than 1/20th of an inch (less… More
Clay soil can be a challenge in many gardens and lawns due to its… More
With a little effort and management, your clay soil can actually be of great… More
...ntiful vegetable garden or lush lawn in hard clay soil can be both difficult… More
...er annual, and its leaves can be picked as needed for cooking. More
...s of erosion by wind and water, and the sand they formed became fertile… More
Peace lilies comprise several flowering species within the Spathiphyllum genus. Although they are not… More
Succulents are plants with thick, waxy leaves that store extra water to keep the… More
Gardening is an enjoyable, relaxing activity that is very rewarding. Vegetable gardening is ideal… More
...vegetable gardening in that the fluffiness of the soil will determine how big and strong… More
...nutrients, and water-absorbing material. Mix soil for organic gardening with a professional permaculture gardener in… More
For container gardening, use a soil-less potting mixture that consists of peat moss, fine bark… More
...th good soil, mulch or compost. Fix bad soil with tips from a professional gardener… More
...ts available to the soil. Build organic soil with tips from a professional landscaper in… More
...n order to plant other things. Solarize soil with tips from a professional landscaper in… More
...ts of plants move and search for nutrients in the soil. Learn more about how… More
...States. Learn more about climate considerations before planting salvia in this free gardening video about… More
Prepare soil for gardening by working in quality compost with the soil, adding lava rock… More
Alluvial soil is soil that is formed by standing water deposits from heavy rain or… More
Prevent soil erosion on a hillside by planting a variety of vegetables, fruits and shrubs… More
...avoid the necessity of soil amendments with plant tips from a... More
... to suffocate and cut off light to old vegetation for 10 to 15 days.… More
...own with heavy rocks and leaving the area covered for 10 to 15 days. Block… More
... and to aerate it, and wait for it to turn into a soil-like consistency.… More
...adding nutrient-rich soil on top of it with plant tips... More
...he soil square foot gardens with expert gardening tips in this free video clip on… More
... how to prepare soil for growing houseplants from tip cuttings in this free home… More
Learn how to identify dry plants in this free video clip about plant care. More
...e organic gardening video. Get beginner gardening tips & ideas. More
Learn how to prepare the soil to plant and grow snapdragons - free video. More
...ing Mexican heather in your garden, with beginner tips & advice, in this free home… More
How to properly plant the plants in the new garden in this free online instructional… More
...n soil for growing Mexican sage; get professional tips and advice from an expert on… More
Learn how to plant vegetables in your garden in this free online video guide to… More
Learn about using a rooting hormone in transplanting irises in this free video clip. More
Learn how to cut a larger plant into small ones in this free video clip… More
Learn all about oak tree potting soil with expert tips on growing oak trees from… More
Tips on the learning the type of soil in your garden to grow the most… More
...ke care of your garden or lawn with the gardening tips on soil composition in… More
A shovel, turning fork, hoe and gardening gloves are a few of the tools and… More
...dding compost and other organic additives to your soil can help make your garden flourish.… More
...nts and tomatoes. I used Coast of Maine gardening soil mixed with additional city compost in several of the containers and those plants have grown 4 inches in a week.… 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
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
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
... 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
...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
... 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
...imate 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
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
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
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
...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
...he 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
...cializes 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
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
...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
...are going to be raised, where do you guys buy the soil? I… More
...e using 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
Installing a backyard fish pond is an aesthetic addition to your landscaping and offers a bit of tranquility as well. However, taking care of backyard fish ponds is not as easy as one might think. And, you have to do more than simply install the fish pond and then let… More
...his weekend, cut the top off and stuck it in some soil. As I understand it, it takes two+ years to see a fruit. Any tips out there on maybe speeding-up mother nature. (or is it "Not nice to mess with Mother Nature"?) More
...over grasses soggy areas my garden is quite large for european standards some 900 metres former gardens of mine where around 50 to 120 metres so this is big I did read somewhere adding builders sand so did that in… More
...d soaking spring, it promises to be a banner year for garden pests. I'm bracing myself for the onslaught. The slugs are rearing their ugly heads already, so I've been wearing thick-soled shoes whenever I visit my garden… 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
...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
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? More
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...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
...s. Can anyone offer tips in planting Daturas,i.e, soil ammendments, fertilizers, amount of sun, shade etc? I've planted 7 different Daturas, so far only 3 varieties are seeded. More
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