Mulch is something that is applied to the soil surface. It can be organic (pine straw, bark, wood chips, leaves) or inorganic ...

After a few days, the prepared compost heap will get hot and when opened up can release steam. As the waste materials ...

Before planting in the spring, a soil test will give you a snapshot of what your garden needs – taking the guesswork out of ...

What do I put on the bottom of a raised garden bed? Design your raised bed garden layout to maximize sunlight and layer with a ground cloth, limestone, sand, organic matter, and garden soil.

Starting an organic vegetable garden at home is a rewarding and sustainable way to enjoy fresh, healthy produce all year round. By growing your own vegetables, you take control ...

It’s April, and spring has sprung. Or will soon. Winter always is a sneaky devil, coming back with hard frosts and even a foot of snow on occasion.

Preparing your soil for planting is an essential step in creating a beautiful and lush garden—and cardboard can be the ...

The UC Master Gardeners of Butte County are part of the University of California Cooperative Extension system, serving our ...

If you’re looking to start a garden with minimal labor and equipment and maximum output, keep reading to learn about the ...

To give your hydrangeas and roses the best start in life, a gardening expert claimed that there is one task gardeners must do before planting them, and it takes seconds.

A resource at Agricultural Analytical Services Lab at Penn State can be a good first step toward determining soil health.