Q: I recently heard that using distilled water on plants can benefit them. Is this true? I usually use harvested rainwater, and wondered if it's worth making the switch. A: Watering plants, as you'll ...

Proper irrigation is very important for plant health. Too much or too little can both be damaging to plants. I’ll begin with a description of a process called evapotranspiration. This process combines ...

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Every day, I get my weather forecast from our local TV newscast. In our outdoor business, the weather can have a great impact on our day. This is why I am glad we have several great meteorologists on ...

As temperatures rise, so does the demand for water in our gardens. However, conserving water doesn’t mean sacrificing a lush and thriving landscape. With smart planning, the right plant choices and ...

So far this spring, rainfall has been fairly reliable and adequate and air temperatures have been moderate, eliminating the need for frequent watering of most outdoor plants in Greater Columbus. Most ...

Self-watering planters aren’t just for plant novices, forgetful people or overzealous waterers. Even the best plant parents can benefit from having a self-watering planter (or two) since they ...

Learn how to use rice water to fertilize plants, including three preparation methods and how often to apply it safely.

Wet soil - not leaves - can actually help your plants survive freezing temperatures.

Michael Weishan talks with water gardener Andre Golden about solid selections for creating your own healthy and attractive water garden. Water gardening doesn't have to be carried out on a grand and ...