The moment that crisp, cold air rolls in and your breath turns visible, most people start thinking about holiday menus, ...

These DIY tests uncover your soil's texture and drainage rate. Then you'll know which plants will grow best in your garden ...

A soil test is a way of finding out more about the nature of your property’s soil, so you can choose appropriate species to plant, as well as the right amendments — remedies to help your yard produce ...

The jar test is a simple way to determine soil composition. Take a clear jar and fill it with three parts soil and one part ...

In my 40 years of teaching and consulting, one of the biggest and most frustrating problems I continually encounter is when so called “landscape professionals” and homeowners continue to apply annual ...

Winter is actually one of the best times to test your soil pH. The cold slows down changes in the soil, so your results are ...

Most gardeners know that success depends on many factors: You can’t grow a sun-loving plant in a shady area, for example. And a shrub that loves wet places won’t do well in dry soil. But the most ...