Mulching retains moisture, minimizes weeds, and contributes to the acidic soil conditions that rhododendrons prefer. Opt for ...

Soil pH is a critical factor for lawn and garden success. Very high (alkaline) or very low (acidic) pH levels decrease the availability of nutrients to plants, stunting their growth, so it's ...

According to a expert, pine needle mulch is good for garden soil but does nothing to the acidity. Gardeners have been putting pine needle mulch, also known as pine straw, on acid-loving plants ...

You should only find peat soil near peat bogs or wetland areas. Peat soil feels spongy to the touch. Keep in mind peat soil is acidic and you need to raise soil pH by amending with lime to improve ...

Chalky soils are highly variable and range from gravelly to clay-like. The clay-like element may in fact be mainly finely divided calcium carbonate making it very poor for plant growth. However where ...

A few weeks back, I mentioned the myth of osage orange fruits repelling spiders. Science has debunked this, though some still ...

Using the right blend of soil can make a world of difference in the health of your houseplants. Here are the one's you'll ...

Learn how to grow and care for Golden Oakland® Holly, an upright holly with golden variegated foliage and a pyramidal form.

Changing the color of your hydrangeas is part of the fun, but is a tree getting in the way? Here's why this piece of common ...

Agricultural practices today include the use of crushed rock, such as limestone, to neutralize acidic soil. Unfortunately, ...

The pH of lemon juice is about 2 or 3 ... and even some tissues you use to blow your nose. Citric acid can safely remove toxins from polluted soil and even clean up nuclear waste.