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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Is Snow Really the “Poor Man’s Fertilizer”? Here’s What It Does for Your GardenIt turns out the folklore may have some truth to it! Learn about snow's role in keeping your garden happy and healthy.
By Teo Spengler
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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 PlantingYour 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
By Janey Goulding
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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!
By Tyler Schuster
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3 Fall Soil Tasks You Need to Do Now for Perfect Planting in SpringA 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.
By Tyler Schuster
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I Asked 5 Horticulturists Which Fertilizers Are Best For Fall and Here's What These Experts UseThe 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.
By Ciéra Cree
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NPK Demystified – Here's What the Numbers on Your Fertilizer Really MeanNPK refers to the three macronutrients all plants need: nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. Learn all about NPK in fertilizer here.
By Tyler Schuster
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Supercharge Your Soil: 6 Ways to Amend Soil in the Fall for the Ultimate Spring GardenAutumn 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
By Janey Goulding
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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 NutrientsYou 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.
By Tyler Schuster
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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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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!
By Amy 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

