Garden Soil Amendments It is the season of gratefulness. We have gathered in our harvests and are putting away the garden for winter’s long sleep. We are thankful. But what about the garden? What will replenish its fertility and wellbeing for the next growing season? Now is a good time...
helping both novice and experienced gardeners make the most of their soil. With a passion for gardening rooted in years of hands-on experience and countless inquiries about plant types, soil preparation, and garden care, I've decided to create this online platform to share valuable insights and ...
Shipping individual bags is expensive, so online prices for Ocean Forest Potting Mix are outrageous. I’d offer a link if prices were reasonable, but it’s better to look for a Foxfarm retailer near you.Make Your Own Potting SoilOr, you can buy the basic materials in bulk, and make ...
Cover with soil and apply water. That’s […] Maintenance-Free Daffodil #Flowers! #garden #gardening We have a very tall, gorgeous Leland Cypress evergreen that is almost 30 foot tall! We purchased it for $3 about 10 years ago. At that time, it was about 8 inches tall and very ...
Why Get a Soil Test? Your soil needs to be able to provide nutrients to plants. Otherwise, your plants won’t grow well. Having the right soil pH (level of acidity) means your plants can take up the necessary nutrients in the soil. If your pH is too high, many nutrients such as ph...
Plants spread between 6 and 24 inches depending on the amount of sunlight and richness of the soil. Combine with lighter-colored foliage plants or light-colored impatiens for a dramatic shade garden. Due to its diminutive nature, the calico plant is best used near the front of flower beds ...
Hydroponics is a method of growing plants using nutrient-rich water rather than soil, and it allows you to control the growing environment more effectively to produce healthier, more robust plants. Whether you’re a professional farmer, a hobbyist, or just looking to grow a few herbs at home...
And now its time for me to walk away, time for me to run Unlike The Gambler you don’t want to wait until after the plantings done to count your money, er, check the temperature. Remember that knowing the soil temperature, whichever method you use, will help your plants succeed in th...
Fill it with a soilless mix, which is more lightweight than garden soil and is also free of diseases and weed seeds. It is easy to provide nutrients all season by incorporating a controlled-release fertilizer in the mix before planting. With mixed plantings, place most basils near the ...
Right now they just look like sticks in the ground (OK, they basically ARE just sticks in the ground), but hopefully many of them will do their willow magic and take root, eventually anchoring both themselves and the soil in place, to prevent further erosion. We’re full of Spring ...