When it comes to handy ways to use old mason jars in your garden, your mind likely goes to decorative options -- mason jar lanterns or DIY wind chimes, for example. But there are some practical uses ...

Q: Awhile back a representative from the Southern Nevada Water Association said that he had heard that the typical soil type in the valley was a loam. The University of Arizona uses some landscape ...

GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. — Understanding the texture of your garden soil is crucial for successful planting and gardening. Soil texture affects water retention, drainage, aeration, and nutrient ...

Having trouble growing your favorite veggie? It could be your soil's fault, not yours. That's because no two piles of dirt ...

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If you want your plants to grow big and healthy, soil quality matters. Even if you aren’t planning on growing a lush veggie garden, all plants need nutrients to grow, in addition to light and water.