Soil blocking is an environmentally friendly method to prep seedlings. The technique has captured the attention of serious ...

A team of entomologists and botanists at the International Center of Insect Physiology and Ecology in Nairobi and the ...

Recent studies have shown that carbon stocks in terrestrial ecosystems are increasing, mitigating around 30% of the CO2 ...

The best companion plants for roses not only complement their beauty but also help deter pests, boost soil health and ...

An international team including engineers from Princeton has devised a way to watch, in stunning detail, as the hollow ...

Hello, Trumbull County. Finally, after a long winter, we are starting to see signs of spring — daffodils are blooming, buds are ...

Seaweed is a fantastic natural resource that benefits plants and our soil in many ways. If you want to boost soil health, ...

Learn how to grow tomatoes from seed or seedlings, including when to plant them in the ground, to have healthy plants and ...

Broccoli ( Brassica oleracea) is a prolific—and delicious—addition to any garden. While cultivating this hardy green is ...

Soil testing is an essential tool for measuring soil fertility. Representative soil samples that have been properly collected ...

Planting tomatoes at the right time is one of the most important factors when growing a successful crop. Plant tomatoes too ...

• Applied to depth of 4 inches, mulch suppresses weeds by blocking sunlight from reaching the soil. Too much mulch, though, ...