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Begonia Houseplant

Houseplant Growing Tips

Houseplants can add color and beauty to your home! Here are a few key growing tips for houseplants...
Gardening Soil Amendments

Organic Soil Amendments Explained

So, you just got your soil test results and they are recommending that you use things like...
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Weeds as Indicator Plants

Weeds are annoying, but they can also be great indicator plants, telling you what nutrients your...
Hydrangea Flower Colors

Soil pH Levels for Plants

What is your soil’s pH level? Every plant prefers a different level of acidity. Use this Soil pH...
Compost Tea

How to Make Compost Tea

Ever heard of compost tea? It’s a blend of organic matter that’s brewed to give your soil a boost...
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Mulch to Control Weeds and Save Water

In this video, learn how to use mulch to kill weeds and keep plants moist. Use Mulch to Reduce...
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How to Enrich Your Garden Soil With Minerals

In this short video, we demonstrate five simple yet highly effective ways to prepare your soil to...
Soil Testing

Soil Testing for a Better Garden

Do you test your soil? Here’s why it’s worth taking the time to lay the groundwork for a better...
Impatient for Impatiens?

Impatient for Impatiens?

Are you having trouble finding impatiens in garden centers this spring?  Did the ones you planted...
Rows of Lettuce

Reclaiming Your Garden Soil

Reclaim a small field, farmland, or large garden soil that is either over-spent or neglected. Then...
Sun Art

The Water-Wise Garden

Plants drink their food. If your soil dries out, your plants will starve—or wilt. Take these steps...
When Is Soil Ready For Planting

When is Soil Ready for Planting?

When is your garden soil ready for planting? Here are some tips from The Old Farmer's Almanac....
Transplanting Seedlings

Transplanting Your Seedlings

If you started vegetable plants indoors from seeds, here is advice on transplanting your seedlings...