These simple, natural fixes can boost flavour, improve yields and transform your veg patch. Here are 5 ways to improve your ...

Want to learn how to make compost for your garden? Not only does compost help your plants grow stronger and healthier, but it's also the perfect way to reduce waste and do your part for the ...

SLO county has a lot of soil variations - here's how to make the most of it.

Kick off planting in your garden this spring by adding organic matter and making sure the soil has the right texture for ...

Key Points In a large, raised bed, organic fillers are not only economical, but they also improve the soil over ...

While there are many ways to make your garden bloom, a great start is to improve soil quality. One of the easiest ways to do this, especially for less experienced gardeners, is with plants that ...

To grow acid-loving plants such as blueberries and azaleas, or make naturally alkaline soil suitable for growing most vegetables, you'll need to adjust your soil pH with soil acidifiers and other ...

Seems like every time I go to the nursery, there are new things to buy — and I’m not talking about the plants. This is especially true when it comes to soil amendments. Some of these packaged ...

Dear Neil: Do I have to worry about using leaf mulch from an oak tree in my flowerbeds? I've read that tannic acid will keep my flowers from growing. A: Oak leaves, once they have decayed, are great ...

The world's topsoil is disappearing at an alarming rate, threatening agriculture. Regenerative farming offers solutions.