When a rainstorm finally comes after long periods of drought, you celebrate that your plants' roots finally have moisture. Dig down an inch or so, and the soil is still bone dry. How can that be, and ...

The question I receive most frequently from vegetable gardeners: How much fertilizer should I apply? The second most frequently asked question: How can I get better vegetable yields in my garden? Both ...

When it comes to your plants, you can't cheat. If you cut a corner, the results are gonna be felt in your garden: stressed plants that are susceptible to disease, produce less fruit, and fruit that ...

Soil is the foundation of every healthy garden, but not all soils are the same. Some hold too much water, while others dry out quickly. Some are full of nutrients, but others need a lot of care to ...

Now that summer is a distant memory and fall has settled in, it’s easy to think your garden work is done until spring. But ...

Whether you’re preparing for your first garden, planning next year’s plantings after a successful harvest or looking to install a lawn, your first step should be conducting a soil test. “Soil is one ...

Nitrogen is often the most limiting nutrient in growing plants. When deficient, plant yields and quality are reduced. However, excessive nitrogen applications could cause concerns in water quality and ...

Following a dry summer, gardeners will be even keener than usual to lavish composts, manures and other bulky organic matter ...

The trickiest part about growing a healthy lawn is knowing when it's time to water. Some might tell you to water your lawn every week, on a regular watering schedule, or even twice a day if you live ...