Category: Gardening

Our understanding of the soil food web has increased rapidly in the 21st century as microscope technology improves and soil biology research continues, and this

Gardeners can find great value in beneficial insects that hunt pests. However, many predatory insects available online and in shops must be more effective for

Cool-season annuals are a great way to get a pop of color earlier, attract pollinators, and have a more robust plant. They can be started

The addition of organic material to soil can improve its fertility. But to fully understand why, we must go to the atomic level. This week’s

Climate change is a reality that should inspire gardeners to reduce their carbon footprints and adapt. As climate change intensifies, earlier springs, hotter summers, and

It is difficult for a newcomer to hydroponics to build an indoor hydroponic system from scratch. However, there are now a variety of compact hydroponic

You can easily naturalize flowering bulbs under the turf, creating bulb grass that will provide a stunning display every spring without further planting. Peggy Anne

No-till gardening has many benefits, from improving the soil for more vigorous plants to lessening the workload of the gardener. Jesse Frost, a farmer and

No one can fault gardeners for thinking their Zucchini plants have powdery mildew. This common fungus disease looks like white powder has been sprinkled on the plants.

If you are a gardener and live anywhere, you should learn more about the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society. They aim to inspire gardening in the interest