When it comes to gardening having the right soil makes the difference between a good growing season or a bad one. I have found the addition of mushroom compost makes all the difference for our ...

The sizzling summer sunshine might be perfect for soaking up rays, but in the garden, it’s a different story. Intense heat can put plants under serious stress, often leading to wilting, stunted growth ...

SOCIAL DISTANCE: When planting multiple dahlia tubers, it's best to keep them about 12-18 inches apart, as dahlias get quite large. Photo courtesy of HummingBlooms Flower Farm Hi there neighbors, ...

My question is about using leaf compost, spent mushroom soil, neither or both. How do they compare in composition? What are the advantages and disadvantages of both? I made a new bed this year, and I ...

As a kid, our family would spend fall afternoons hunting wild mushrooms in the forests of the southeast Olympic Mountains. Our favorites were chanterelles, russulas and an occasional boletus. It was ...

I typically start my canna lilies in pots in a small greenhouse in April, then in May, I put them in the ground. This year I was thinking about planting them in straight mushroom soil. Is that a good ...

In the first few days after you open the package, mycelium creates a dense spiderweb beneath the clear plastic. Soon, fungus foams out, morphing into lumpy white orbs. Once they're shaggy and softball ...

Fun to find and a treat to eat, it's hard to beat morel mushrooms. Morel mushroom hunting tips for a beautiful, healthy outdoor experience with family and friends is only half the enjoyment. Mushroom ...

A compilation of highlights from my 2025 videos featuring a variety of plants, including one unreleased segment. Video ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The Christian Science Church, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The Church publishes the Monitor ...