That rototiller you fire up every spring isn’t preparing your soil for a great season. It’s quietly dismantling it. According to soil scientists and experienced growers, tilling is one of the most ...

The trash can might hold the most valuable gardening supplies in the house. Coffee grounds, eggshells, vegetable peels, and even fallen leaves can transform tired soil into a thriving ecosystem that ...

SLO county has a lot of soil variations - here's how to make the most of it.

Kick off planting in your garden this spring by adding organic matter and making sure the soil has the right texture for ...

Mulching is a key garden task, but many gardeners miss the mark. Learn what mulch is, how to apply it, and what to avoid.

MacCubbin gives gardening advice for Central Florida on care of azalea, pineapple, lawns, sweet viburnum and mint ...

Now is a good time to plant carrots. Carrots thrive in cool weather and can be planted before the final frost of spring. Early planting leads to sweeter, crisper harvests. If you have a light, fluffy ...

The spring equinox is near. Late winter gives up its chilly grip. A reddish tint etches the skyline of maples along the ...

Discover how to make your raised bed soil last in our expert guide. These 5 steps can be followed to refresh and replenish ...

Thinking about laying landscape fabric to stop weeds for good? Carol Barany explains why it may do more harm than help — and what to use instead for healthier soil ...

Let’s see if that continues this month as we head into spring gardening! March is the time to start your summer vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. Started now, your seedlings will be ready to ...

Just because your neighbors are doing these things doesn’t mean you should!