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Soil Testing 101: What You Need To Know For a Flourishing Garden
Good soil equals good plants. Regular soil testing helps you better understand your soil and how you can improve it.
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What Is Well-Drained Soil and Why Does It Matter for Your Garden? The Key to Healthy Plants Starts Below Ground
Well-drained soil is a common requirement for planting gardens outdoors and houseplants indoors. But what does that actually mean? Let's dig in and find out.
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How to Refresh Your Potted Soil in Time for Spring – Without Even Emptying the Pot
Potting soil doesn't last forever – and compacted, dusty soil can be a plant killer. Learn the secret that restores drainage and fertility, and keeps perennials and houseplants thriving for years
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These 6 Common Seedling Fertilizer Mistakes Can Make or Break Young Plants – Here’s How to Avoid Them
The difference between strong seedlings and ones that wither away can come down to a few common fertilizing mistakes. I'll tell you how to avoid them.
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Worried about Your Soil Health? Before You Buy a Test Kit, Try This Simple Fizz Trick
Confused about your yard's soil pH and not sure where to start? This simple fizz test uses household staples to reveal if your soil is acidic or alkaline, helping you to plant smarter this spring
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Is Your Soil Toxic? The Easy DIY Test You Need to Do in January
Salts and herbicide residue may have been building up in your soil all winter. Before you plant anything, perform this simple kitchen test to check for toxins.
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What Is a Soilless Potting Mix? Dig In to This Unique Growing Medium and Learn How To Make Your Own
Soilless potting mix sounds confusing, but it is a great option to keep your plants healthy. Learn how to make your own and watch your plants thrive.
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I Switched My Houseplants From Soil to LECA – and I’m Never Going Back
Some of my favorite houseplants were suffering until I made the switch to LECA from traditional potting soil. Learn how you can make the switch too!
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Is Snow Really the “Poor Man’s Fertilizer”? Here’s What It Does for Your Garden
It turns out the folklore may have some truth to it! Learn about snow's role in keeping your garden happy and healthy.
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Don’t Throw It Away! I Never Waste Old Potting Soil – These 3 Steps Make It Like New in Time for Spring Planting
Your old potting soil still has plenty to give! It's easy to clean, feed, and revive tired potting mix. So save money, reduce waste, and get your container gold ready for a fresh burst of spring growth
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This Viral European Gardening Trend Will Fill Your Garden and Raised Beds With Free Soil – Perfect for Spring Planting!
Turn fall yard waste into free soil for spring beds with a hügelkultur garden bed. A little bit of prep work today builds healthy gardens that will thrive!
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3 Fall Soil Tasks You Need to Do Now for Perfect Planting in Spring
A bit of work in fall gets your soil ready for next year! Preparing now reduces hassles and lets you grow strong veggies or flowers with less effort.
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I Asked 5 Horticulturists Which Fertilizers Are Best For Fall and Here's What These Experts Use
The needs of plants changes with the seasons, so it’s important to learn which fertilizer is best for fall into winter to give your plants the best chance.
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NPK Demystified – Here's What the Numbers on Your Fertilizer Really Mean
NPK refers to the three macronutrients all plants need: nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. Learn all about NPK in fertilizer here.
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Supercharge Your Soil: 6 Ways to Amend Soil in the Fall for the Ultimate Spring Garden
Autumn is a great time to assess soil health, top up any nutrients lost, give it a helping hand and get it ready for another busy gardening year. Here's how to amend soil in fall
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Is Rice Water the Secret to Stronger Plants? Expert Digs Into Different Cooking Waters & Reveals Which Is Best for a Boost of Nutrients
You could be tossing the key to healthier plants down the drain. Find out how to use rice water and other cooking waters to give your plants a boost.
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3 Types of Plants You Need to Fertilize This Fall for Strong, Healthy Growth Next Year
If you do nothing else in your garden this fall, make sure you fertilize these three types of plants. Learn which ones need a boost and what to feed them.
