Tests of the soil are necessary for farmers and growers to know how fertile and healthy their land is. Soil pH and buffer pH are two important measurements on a standard soil test. These tests give different information, but when put together, they give a full picture of the soil’s acidity and liming needs. In … Read more
As a long-time gardener and jade plant enthusiast I’m often asked what’s the best potting mix to use for these popular succulents. After years of trial and error, I’ve honed in on a soil recipe that keeps my jade plants healthy and happy. In this article, I’ll share everything you need to know to create … Read more
Geraniums are a classic flowering plant that can add a pop of color to any garden. With their bright blooms available in a variety of hues like red, pink, white, purple and more, it’s no wonder geraniums remain one of the most popular container and bedding plants today. However, getting those vibrant blooms requires providing … Read more
Do Tomatoes Like Peat Moss? A Comprehensive Guide for Gardeners Peat moss has become a popular soil amendment among home gardeners in recent years. But there is an ongoing debate about whether peat moss is truly beneficial for all plants, especially vegetables like tomatoes. In this comprehensive guide, we will examine if tomatoes like peat … Read more
Tomatoes are one of the most popular vegetables to grow in home gardens. Their sweet juicy flavor when picked fresh off the vine simply can’t be beat. But growing healthy tomato plants requires good soil and the right amendments. So is sawdust a good addition when growing tomatoes? The short answer is yes, you can … Read more
For gardeners and plant lovers, finding the right potting soil is crucial for healthy plants and beautiful gardens. One of the most popular and highly-rated potting soils on the market is the Coast of Maine Bar Harbor Blend This organic potting soil provides the perfect balance of nutrients, drainage, and water retention that plants need … Read more
Blueberry bushes are a popular choice for home gardens and orchards, prized for their bursts of sweet, tangy fruit. However, growing plump, flavorful blueberries requires providing bushes with the right soil conditions and nutrients. This leads many gardeners to wonder – do blueberry bushes like coffee grounds? Coffee grounds have become an increasingly popular soil … Read more
Rhubarb is a popular perennial vegetable grown for its sweet, sour red stalks that make pies, jams, and other desserts taste even better. The big, triangular green leaves of the rhubarb plant, on the other hand, are not edible because they have a lot of oxalic acid in them. This makes a lot of gardeners … Read more
The words “flys” and “flies” are homophones, which means they sound the same but have different meanings. This often leads to confusion about when to use each word. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll clear up when to use “flys” versus “flies” once and for all. An Overview of Flys vs. Flies First let’s cover the … Read more
Potato plants, which are also called potato haulms, are a common type of garden waste. People often ask me if it’s safe to add potato plants to compost piles since I love gardening and composting. This detailed guide will tell you everything you need to know about composting potato plants, from the pros and cons … Read more