The soil in garden beds settles over time and loses nutrients. Add new soil to your garden beds each year to keep them topped ...

Knowing how much compost to add to your garden is important, and the unique composition of a seafood compost makes it great for heavy-feeder plants due to its slow-release of nitrogen and calcium ...

A crucial component of a healthy compost pile is to avoid adding diseased plants, including mildew or weeds, to avoid spreading it throughout the garden when the compost is ready.

Instead of using petrochemical fertilizers, add a layer of compost to your veggie garden bed in the fall and again in the spring about two weeks before planting.

When starting a compost pile, add several inches of brown material before introducing green material.

Did you know that gardens prepared thoughtfully in the fall can yield up to 30% more robust growth and healthier plants in ...

Mulch can lighten a gardener's load by protecting plants, locking in moisture, and beautifying the space. But each type has ...

Ants in your compost aren't always a problem, but infestations can disrupt balance. Learn when to take action and how to ...

Avoid composting mistakes that can harm your garden. Learn why diseased plants, weeds, and certain scraps should never go in your compost—and what to do instead.