Gardening Care, Propagation, and Pruning
Tomatoes thrive in a variety of soils, with the exception of heavy clayey soils that significantly limit root development. However, the flavor of the fruit varies greatly depending on the soil you have planted it in and what you are feeding it. So, to produce the sweetest and most delicious […]
Best Potting Soil Mix for Monstera What ingredients are required to make the finest potting soil mix for your Monstera Deliciosa or Monstera Adansonii? This article will go through what makes a soil mix suitable for your Monstera Deliciosa or Monstera Adansonii, as well as how you may develop your […]
Mold can be a problem for houseplants and gardeners alike. It is important to understand mold growth and how it affects houseplant soil in order to prevent mold from spreading. In this article, we will share some tips on how to get rid of mold on plant soil that you […]
The Monstera adansonii is a monster of a plant! The monstera gets its name from the large heart-shaped leaves that develop holes as the plant ages, giving them an appearance similar to swiss cheese. It’s typically grown as a houseplant and native to Central and South America but has become […]
The snake plant, also known as Mother-in-law’s Tongue or Sansevieria, is a hardy houseplant that has become increasingly popular. These plants are not only beautiful and easy to care for but they can help improve your home’s air quality. Here we will go over the best snake plant soil mix […]
Most people shudder when maggots show up in their compost bin or compost pile. But maggots are actually helpful and yucky at the same time. They help break down food waste into compost, which can be used to fertilize gardens and lawns. Maggot larvae don’t bite humans, but they do […]
Matthew Wallenstein, Colorado State University Our soils are in trouble. Over the past century, we’ve abused them with plowing, tilling and too much fertilizer. What many think of as “just dirt” is actually an incredibly complex mixture of rock-derived minerals, plant-derived organic matter, dissolved nutrients, gases and a rich food […]
Petra Marschner As the weather warms and days lengthen, your attention may be turning to that forgotten patch of your backyard. This week we’ve asked our experts to share the science behind gardening. So grab a trowel and your green thumbs, and dig in. Most people think of soil only […]