Sphagnum Moss Vs. Peat Moss: What’s the Difference? (& How to Use Each)
Both sphagnum moss and peat moss are common non soil based potting mix components in gardening. They have many common traits, and in fact did…
Soil Building
How To Compost Leaves And Make Quick And Easy Leaf Mold
Is your lawn covered with leaves and you aren’t sure what to do with them? Try composting them to create a perfect amendment for your…
34 Things You Should Never Put In Your Compost (And Why)
Compost is perhaps the most amazing soil amendment you can add to your garden. It is a great way to take your yard and kitchen…
What Is The Best Mulch For Vegetable Gardens?
When it comes to controlling weeds in the home vegetable garden, mulching is one of the best tools a gardener has at their disposal, but it does…
What Are Nitrogen-Fixing Plants and How They Help Your Garden
Nitrogen is an essential component of a healthy garden yet every harvest strips the soil and leaves many gardens depleted. Before you reach for a…
Creating The Perfect Soil pH For Acid Loving Tomatoes
Do you ever wonder why sometimes your tomatoes thrive, and other times they don’t do so hot? One reason could be your soil’s pH. Tomatoes…
Are Coffee Grounds Good For Roses? (Yes, But Don’t Toss That Joe!)
Many gardeners swear that coffee grounds work miracles for plants, including roses. And adding some to your flowering shrubs and climbers can have a positive…
10 Simple Ways To Improve Your Garden Soil Quality For FREE
Many experienced growers and farmers can confirm that the most important thing to grow in a garden is your soil. If you grow good soil,…
Plants That Like Coffee Grounds and How to Use Them
Coffee grounds are excellent fertilizers for crops, houseplants and garden flowers. They are basically a concentrate of nutrients, and they are cheap, “green” and ready…
Perlite vs. Vermiculite: What’s the Difference?
Vermiculite and perlite are common gardening materials used to improve soil, potting mix or growing mediums as a soil amendment. The names sound similar, and…