This method of stacking turfgrass presents an excellent way to up your compost game, enriching the soil in your garden. Here's how to do it.

The jar test is a simple way to determine soil composition. Take a clear jar and fill it with three parts soil and one part ...

Getting your garden soil ready for next year can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re not sure where to start.

Mediterranean-type shrubs such as cistus, lavender and phlomis are best confined to banks and raised beds in clay gardens.

If you want to be extra careful, test a small amount at home. Check for insects or signs of bugs before using it in your ...

We all know that vegies are full of nutrients, which is good for us but essential for a plant’s growth. And all those minerals have to come from somewhere – the soil. As plants grow, they draw up ...

Dirt, or soil, doesn’t get the respect it deserves. But it’s the foundation of most food production. Ideally, the dirt in your garden or raised beds should provide your plants with everything they ...

Are we done yet? Can we just be done? I’m hearing this from some disgruntled gardeners who are weary of watering for less-than-stellar results. If you feel like tossing in the trowel, that’s very ...

The ideal soil composition includes Minerals (~45%), Pore Space for Air and Water (~50%), and Organic Matter (~5%). Minerals: The soil under our feet is ancient. It developed over geologic time. The ...

SHREVEPORT, La. - If you’re gearing up for summer planting, knowing your soil could be the key to gardening success. Mark Wilson with the LSU Ag Center says there is a big difference between potting ...