I want to grow vegetables in containers and raised beds this year. But I’m confused about what kind of soil I should use — soil, garden soil or potting mix? Can you help? David: Neil, that’s a good ...

Organic manures improve soil health, support crop growth, and reduce dependence on chemical fertilizers. They include bulky types like FYM and compost, and concentrated ones like oilcakes and blood ...

Use a watering can if you are doing a soil drench, and water close to the base of each plant. If you spray on the plant itself, be sure to strain the tea again before use so you don’t clog up your ...

In the heart of Melbourne, Mercato Centrale is redefining urban dining, partnering with Lavazza to blend artisan traditions ...

Leaching potting mix or garden soil with water may be enough to remove excess fertilizer and help plants recover. However, if your plants are struggling or you mixed too much granular fertilizer, ...

No-dig farming – or more properly, no-till farming – used to be quite rare, but it has become more possible with the ...

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 ...

In the garden center, there's a wide selection of various specialty fertilizers, including those for cucumbers. However, ...

Add soil amendments as needed: Working compost, aged manure, or other amendments into the soil when starting a new garden or ...

Brugmansias are a favourite container plant. Having been the fortunate recipient of some pink-flowered Brugmansia cuttings ...

Popular for their spectacularly colorful and exotic blooms, heliconias can make a great addition to your home garden ...