How To Brew Compost Tea In 10 Easy Steps (Plus 10 Brilliant Ways To Use It)
Think of compost tea as a superfood smoothie for your garden. Packed with nutrients and beneficial microbes, this liquid gold boosts soil health and plant …
SOILS AND AMENDMENTS
Getting the growing medium just right for your plants might be a tad difficult. But don’t worry! We bring you tips on using soils and amendments for various plants, advice on making compost and homemeade fertilizer, and some popular store-bought products!
14 Ways Fertilizer Can Ruin Your Cucumber Harvest – Here’s How To Rescue Your Garden
Feeding your cucumbers too much—or the wrong way—can do more harm than good. From burned roots to stunted vines, fertilizer mistakes are a common but …
17 Natural Mulch Options That Keep Roses Happy, Healthy, And Blooming
Mulch does more than just look good—it’s a secret weapon for thriving roses. The right natural mulch locks in moisture, blocks weeds, feeds the soil, …
16 Powerful Reasons Coffee Grounds Belong In Your Compost (And How To Use Them Well)
Don’t toss those coffee grounds—compost them! Packed with perks, they turn trash into treasure, giving your garden a real jolt of goodness. From feeding worms …
14 Ways Volcano Mulching Harms Trees (And What To Do Instead)
Volcano mulching might look neat, but it’s quietly suffocating your trees. This common landscaping mistake can lead to rot, pests, disease, and even tree death. …
13 Composting Mistakes That Wreck Your Garden Gold (And How To Fix Them Fast)
Think your compost pile is cooking—but your garden’s still falling flat? You might be turning gold into garbage. From smelly heaps to stubborn scraps, these …
18 Clever Plants That Boost Nitrogen In The Soil And Help Your Veggie Garden Thrive
“Why won’t my veggies thrive?” If I had a dime for every time I asked that, I’d be swimming in greenhouses by now! Turns out, …
15 Lazy Composting Tricks That Still Give You Rich, Healthy Soil
Composting doesn’t have to feel like another thing on your to-do list. I used to think it was all about turning piles and managing layers—but …
15 Key Differences Between Layering And Turning Compost (And When To Use Each Method)
Making good compost doesn’t have to be complicated, but choosing the right method can make all the difference. I’ve tried a few approaches over the …
Over 22 Ways To Improve Soil Health Before Planting Vegetables (Your April Plants Will Thank You)
As I stand over my garden patch, I can already picture those juicy tomatoes and crisp peppers ready to shine. But before I get ahead …