A soil map available online. POLK COUNTY, Ore. — Soil science has come a long way since Milton Whitney in 1899 began surveying soils in the tobacco lands of Connecticut. Whitney’s project to match ...

There are many benefits of growing a container garden. They are ideal for gardeners with unique growing conditions, gardening in tight spaces, and adding a decorative touch to any location around the ...

If you want a maple tree, be prepared to treat the tree with an iron supplement as it ages and shows symptoms. Maples also ...

India, an agricultural country, has diverse soil types crucial for crop growth. The major types of soil found in India are ...

A man cutting and installing artificial turf - Pheelings media/Shutterstock There are a number of pros and cons to installing artificial grass on your property, and the numerous advantages make it a ...

Even though it’s easier than ever to buy plants online, keeping them alive is still a challenge. So we’re digging up everything you need to care for every type of houseplant. Welcome to Plant Week.

One bit of advice I commonly offer to fellow gardeners at this time of year is to have a soil test before fertilizing. With the data the test provides, you can apply precisely the nutrients that your ...

Plastics are everywhere—from packaging and textiles to electronics and medical devices. As plastic waste breaks down, it releases microscopic particles that can penetrate our ecosystems, hinder plant ...

I've been planting dahlias along the Eighth Street gate at the Illinois Veterans Home for a few years. The last couple of years they have not bloomed until late September. Should I be doing something ...