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Coco Coir: What It Is And How To Use It As A Growing MediumThere's a lot to know about using coco coir and coco peat for plants. It's all great stuff, but has pros and cons.
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Peat Moss Alternatives: What To Use Instead Of Peat MossPeat is unsustainable. Fortunately, there are several suitable alternatives to peat moss. Read on to learn more about peat moss substitutes.
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Bone Meal: Everything To Know About The Organic FertilizerShould you use bone meal fertilizer in the garden? A soil test may help you decide, but bone meal is not a complete food.
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Why So Many Gardeners Are Switching To Peat-Free Compost – And Why You Should, TooThere are plenty of alternatives to peat moss, like peat-free compost and coconut coir. Learn why peat moss has lost favor among gardeners, and make the change!
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Peat Moss Vs. Coco Coir: Pros And Cons To ConsiderMuch more sustainable than peat moss, coco coir does just as well at amending soil without creating an ecological impact.
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What Vegetables Do Not Like Peat Moss – What To Use InsteadPeat moss isn’t suitable for every garden, so it’s good to know what vegetables do not like peat moss and whether peat moss is good for vegetable gardens.
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Why You Should Put A Coffee Filter In The Bottom Of Your Plant PotIf you’ve ever wondered why you should put a coffee filter in the bottom of your plant pot, here’s your chance to find out how it can be of greater service
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DIY Potting Mix Masterclass: Make Your Own Peat-Free Blends For PlantsLooking to make more of natural potting mix ingredients and boost your peat-free options? Our DIY potting mix masterclass can help you create potting mediums for different plants
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Antidepressant Microbes In Soil: How Dirt Makes You HappySoil microbes have been found to have similar effects to antidepressants. Learn to make yourself happier and healthier through gardening.
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How To Make Soil More Acidic – Best Ways To Acidify SoilThere are a few ways you can make your soil more acidic, from adding special fertilizer and elemental amendments, to simply mixing in acid-rich compost.
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Fertilizing In Hot Weather Can Actually Harm PlantsFertilizing your plants in hot weather might seem like a good idea, but it can actually cause more harm than good. Learn how to keep your garden thriving without the risk of fertilizer burn or nutrient overload.
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How To "Feel" Soil Is Ready To Plant – Easy Tests And FixesGetting up close and personal with your soil will make you a better gardener. Learn how to determine and amend its texture and moisture content through touch.
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DIY Liquid Fertilizer For Plants – 5 Powerful Tonics To MakeHomemade liquid fertilizer has myriad benefits for vegetables, garden plants, and houseplants. Discover natural tonics that are quick, easy, and cheap to make.
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Waterlogged Soil Fixes: What To Do About Wet Garden SoilWaterlogged soil can quickly kill plants if it has become compacted or has a heavy amount of clay. Learn how to fix the situation with soil amendments and proper drainage.
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5 Budget-Friendly Ways To Reinvigorate Garden Soil – To Grow Better, Healthier PlantsImprove and condition your soil with these clever solutions that are simple, sustainable, and cost almost nothing. You will soon reap the rewards with lush foliage, abundant flowers, and delicious crops.
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Peat Moss And Gardening - Information About Sphagnum Peat MossUsing peat moss for garden purposes improves the soil, but harvesting it and sphagnum peat moss is a controversial practice that’s not great for the environment.
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How To Correct Nitrogen Deficiency in SoilIf your soil test shows a deficiency, you may need to add extra nitrogen for plants. Correct levels of nitrogen are crucial for healthy plants and successful gardening.
