Forget plastic seed trays and root-bound seedlings. Soil blocking is a revered, time-tested method that produces the ...

Find out how to have a thriving container garden with the best soil mix for container gardening! This includes a DIY soil mix as well as what to buy at the store.

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Discover the best time to plant tomato seedlings with our comprehensive guide. Learn about frost dates, indoor seed starting, ...

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These in-situ vermicomposts are beautifully clean, self-contained systems that need little or no maintenance and provide ...

A large flat-bottomed container of soil at least several inches deep and large enough to easily accommodate your blocker. Seed starting mix or planting mix. To make your soil blocks, first you ...

Considering soil and weather conditions, regional gardening zones and care requirements will make your flower planting goals ...

This will help to improve soil fertility and structure. Spread a layer of compost or other organic matter over the soil, and ...

This week's column addresses when to pinch back annual and perennial flowers, characteristics of a good potting mix and ...