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I want to grow vegetables in containers and raised beds this year. But I’m confused about what kind of soil I should use — soil, garden soil or potting mix? Can you help? David: Neil, that’s a good ...
TIL Creatives There are several ways in which lemon peels can be used in the garden. Juicy lemons do add a lot of freshness ...
Here’s what you should know about recycling your morning cup—plus, if you should really be using coffee grounds for plants.
Use the vitamins and nutrients in lemon peels to improve your garden's health by turning them into a liquid fertilizer, says ...
The Plant Medic columnist Ricky Kemery says scrawny tomato plants might indicate soil has been depleted of nutrients.
Peonies are a popular choice among British gardeners, offering not just visual appeal but also a heady scent that can ...
Don't let all those food scraps go to waste! It's easier than you might think to start making nutrient-rich compost at home. An expert weighs in.
It’s prep time in the kitchen at Evelyn Page Retirement Village in Ōrewa, north of Auckland, and another load of food scraps ...
Gardeners can help ensure the flowers retain their stunning blue hue by using one particular kind of soil, an expert has said.
Organic manures improve soil health, support crop growth, and reduce dependence on chemical fertilizers. They include bulky types like FYM and compost, and concentrated ones like oilcakes and blood ...
Water is the best tool against heat. Keeping the soil consistently damp down into the root zone ensures you’re giving plants ...