Soil, Fixes & Fertilizers
Knowing how soil affects plant growth is important to growing a successful garden. Healthy soil means healthy plants. That said, it helps to learn about the different types of soil textures and how each can affect the garden. In addition, knowing about the various types of fertilizers for soil enhancement can help you learn how to improve soil health for growing healthy, happy plants. In the pages that follow, you will find numerous types of fertilizers to improve soil health and everything you need to know about the different types of soil.
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3 Types of Plants You Need to Fertilize This Fall for Strong, Healthy Growth Next YearIf 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.
By Laura Walters
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Should You Use Banana Peel Water for Plants? We Looked into the Science Behind This Viral Internet HackWe explore if using banana peel water for plants is a good hack, or not all it's cracked up to be. Follow the science to avoid ruining your plants.
By Kathleen Walters
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Don’t Throw Away Those Brown Bananas! Here Are 3 Brilliant Ways To Use Them In Your GardenForget banana bread! Give those brown bananas a second life in your garden. Our experts share 3 of their favorite ways to use bananas in the garden.
By Laura Walters
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Does Fertilizer Go Bad? How To Make Plant Food Last Longer & Dispose Of It SafelyPlant food can help boost your garden's yields, but do fertilizers go bad? To prevent them from expiring, learn how to store fertilizers properly.
By Amy Grant
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Fertilizing Seedlings The Right Way: An Expert Guide For Healthy PlantsNot sure when to start fertilizing seedlings – or how much product to use? Learn how to feed young plants without burning them, plus common mistakes to avoid.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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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.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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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.
By Mary H. Dyer
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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.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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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.
By Teo Spengler
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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.
By Amy Grant
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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
By Bonnie L. Grant
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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
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How To Fill A Raised Garden Bed: Cheap And Free Solutions You Need To Start NowFilling a raised bed with new soil can be costly. These inexpensive solutions will enable you to get the most out of your growing space while being more sustainable.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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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.
By Caroline Bloomfield
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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.
By Teo Spengler
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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.
By Susan Albert
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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.
By Mary Ellen Ellis

