January 24, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - Big Easy Sod has launched a sod grass sales and installation division serving ...

Growing demand for eco-conscious turf care and soil management highlights a shift toward sustainable materials and ...

Peperomia obtusifolia is a favorite among interior stylists for coffee tables because it stays compact and polished. Thick, ...

A guide to the importance of covering seeds for germination properly, including which seeds don't want covering and the best products to cover seeds with ...

Sawdust is only as garden-safe as its source. Clean, untreated wood is fine, but dust from painted, stained, pressure-treated ...

A soil test should be performed before adding amendments willy-nilly. For example, Epsom salt for roses must be added with care.

Checking the soil: Bees N Blooms hosts a soil testing workshop from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Feb. 7 at 3883 Petaluma Hill Road.

You've probably read countless seed packets and planting guides that use words like "sandy," "clay," "loam," and "silt" to describe the ideal soil texture for what you're planting. But you might not ...

Abstract: Efficient use of water in farming is crucial, especially in areas with limited water supply. This study introduces a new method to classify soil surface texture and recommend the right ...

Understanding the state of your soil will help you determine how healthy your soil is currently. Gardeners need to consider two critical aspects of their soil when deciding the conditions they need ...

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 ...