Pears are water-heavy fruits, so it should come as no surprise that pear trees also do quite well when grown in wetter soils. It may help to mulch around the base of the tree, at least while it’s first establishing its roots. This will help improve drainage and allow the tree to ge...
Heavy clay soils dry out slower, but may need a more sustained drenching to rewet if they dry out completely. Keep a close eye on moisture levels for container plants Watering Containers Plants in containers are vulnerable souls because they can’t send roots deep down or far and wid...
Heavy clay soils dry out slower, but may need a more sustained drenching to rewet if they dry out completely. Keep a close eye on moisture levels for container plants Watering Containers Plants in containers are vulnerable souls because they can’t send roots deep down or far and wide, ...
If it is saturated for just a few days you should be able to rescue most of your plants.IMPROVE SOILThere's not much you can do about the sort of soil you've got. You can dig in grit and compost to improve its texture – and this is especially effective on heavy soils – but it...
In early spring, warm up your soil faster with row covers or garden fleece. This technique is beneficial for heavy or clay soils that retain much moisture. Lay the material over the ground at least one week before sowing, and soil temperatures will rise by a couple of degrees, making all...
border by the path where the gorgeous blooms can be appreciated. Once a season I put organic fertilizer around, but not touching, the stem and mulch. It will grow in sandy or clay soils and does not like to be planted too deep. I cut the stems off 2 inches from the ground in the ...
Gypsum:Gypsum is another soil amendment that can improve soil structure, particularly in clay soils, without affecting its pH. It’s an excellent alternative for gardeners looking to improve soil drainage and aeration without altering the soil’s acidity. ...
These may be your best friend with this unconventionally wet year we're having - it's all about that drainage! Keep a rain guage handy to keep track and be sure to check out the type of soil you're using - clay heavy soils hold moisture more than sandy types. ...
Container gardens are quite beautiful, and when they are planned well, they can prove to be easy to care for. Manygardeners view container gardeningas too much work — because depending on the plants you choose, you'll have to lug heavy containers inside or bury them for the winter so you...
Plants may need dividing every 3 or 4 years for best bloom.Pulmonarias are easily grown in average, medium, well-drained soil, but prefer cool soils that are highly organic and moisture retentive. While dry conditions can lead to powdery mildew and leaf scorch, Lungwort is intolerant of wet...