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Is there any truth to the claim that pine needle mulch makes soil more acidic, or is it a myth? We looked at the science of ...
Winter can feel like a time to avoid the garden, but these simple jobs can help keep things productive through the cooler ...
We consulting with an expert for tips on growing healthy tomatoes in the South. Here are the top mistakes to avoid when growing tomatoes.
In this column, For the Love of Dirt, a passionate amateur gardener shares her experiences, tips and resources for growth ...
Gardening is supposed to be fun, but when it involves bags of synthetic fertilizer, weekend-long weeding sessions, and ...
"What should I do here?" Homeowner met with warnings after sharing photos of backyard playground predicament: 'It's actually ...
Living in the beautiful Okanagan Valley comes with many perks, but for gardeners, there is one persistent challenge that stands out.
Home to a veritable ‘Noah’s Ark of species’, thanks to never being ploughed, sprayed or fertilised, our churchyards offer a ...
Other problematic farming practices included turning or digging up soils after every planting season, leaving the soil bare over prolonged periods making it lose moisture easily, and therefore, ...
Careful timing ensures crops can handle a little heat. But recently, sudden heat waves and long-lasting ones in already warm ...
When drought hits, our garden plants suffer. Inadequate water stresses plants, and you will see the oldest leaves yellowing, ...