SOILS AND AMENDMENTS

Before I embarked on my gardening journey, I thought the soil found in our gardens was all our plants needed. I’ve heard of compost, topsoil, …

Fertilization is an essential part of plant care because micro and macronutrients found in the soil are responsible for healthy plant development.  Even if your …

Once you are finished eating a banana, you usually throw away the peel. But did you know that banana peel has a lot of nutrients …

Everyone likes orchids! Their delicate petals can’t go unnoticed and your home looks absolutely fantastic when these plants are in full bloom. But beauty comes …

If you’ve ever wondered about the secret of lush gardens filled with thriving plants, you might be surprised to learn the key to such success.  …

I’m always in search of new mulching materials! Wood chips are amazing, but what if you don’t have those at hand? You can use all …

When I started my houseplant collection, one of my biggest struggles was figuring out the soil. Yes, you read that correctly. Everyone is worried about …

Achieving the perfect pH for blueberry soil is the key to a thriving berry harvest. Blueberries grow well in soil that is slightly acidic, with …

The star of the holiday season is definitely a Christmas cactus in all its glory!  To have a thriving and neat-looking Christmas cactus, it’s crucial …

Shallow soil is one of the issues that urban gardeners are all too familiar with. It brings a lot of trouble to this green hobby …