A landscaping material commonly used on paths and driveways also happens to be the best addition to herb garden soil for ...

A flourishing garden is a sight to behold, but getting a garden to that point can be a balancing act of several important factors. Your plants need the right amount of sun and shade, proper watering, ...

If your plants are showing signs that they're being overwatered or sitting in waterlogged soil, your soil consistency could ...

Growing lemon trees in containers isn't hard if you give them light, water, and good soil. Here are some tips for growing and ...

October is the perfect time to plant daffodils, tulips, hyacinths, crocus and other spring-flowering bulbs. These and other ...

Jason Cave of Santa Rosa asks: Is there some way to tell how well-draining your soil is, so you would know what kind of soil you have before you start planning? A healthy garden starts with healthy ...

Your plant appears to be a periwinkle (Catharanthus roseus). It looks old and as though it has been grown in its current soil for a long time. The soil looks compacted and wet. Are you feeding your ...

Recent rains have put a lot of water into our clay-based soils. In situations where the soil lacks good drainage, water does not drain easily, leaving plant roots exposed to moisture. Over time this ...