When planting a seedling or young plant versus a seed, depth is still an important factor. Porwol recommends placing your plant in its hole and filling halfway with soil, gently watering, then filling ...

While gravel mulch is becoming increasingly popular as a low-maintenance option, there are plenty of reasons why using it ...

Vermicomposting is an effective way to enrich soil quality and promote the health of plants. By adding coffee grounds into ...

Wood roasted at high temperatures without oxygen can restore soil health and sequester carbon — and scientists and farmers in ...

The federal government supports a national soil health strategy, though without immediate financial commitment. A Senate bill ...

Planting over septic fields A review of articles about planting on a septic drain field offer a range of opinions about what, if anything, is suitable. The concerns seem to be focused on three areas: ...