Another useful strategy for improving your garden soil is to construct beds and paths. With this garden plan, you can add any soil-improving fertilizers directly to the beds, where they’re most needed ...

A lot of this comes down to a few myths that are passed down by neighbors, family, and well-meaning advice on the internet.

When we first moved to the northern Sierra wilderness, everyone said "Go see Amigo Bob about fruit trees." At the end of a long drive through the northern Mother Lode, we found Peaceful Valley Road, a ...

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With carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere increasing in recent decades, there is a growing urgency to find strategies for capturing and holding carbon. Researchers from Kansas State University ...

To get the most out of any organic fertilizer, keep in mind how plants feed and how these fertilizers act in the soil. The bulk of a plant’s feeder roots -- whether it’s a midget marigold or a mighty ...

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(Beyond Pesticides, October 24, 2023) Sub-Saharan Africa, often celebrated for its rich cultural diversity and stunning landscapes, is also home to a growing crisis beneath its surface – the depletion ...

The East Baton Rouge Master Gardener Association will present talks on native and commercial soils, fertilizer basics, and cool-season lawn and garden care on Thursday, Sept. 16, at the East Baton ...