Soil should be alive and it is a fact that chemical fertilizers kill the microbial activity in soil. Do we really need ...

Warm climates need fertilizer every one to two weeks; cooler zones may only need it once per season. Start with nitrogen-rich fertilizer at transplanting, then switch to phosphorus-rich for better ...

Don't just grab any fertilizer. Learn the differences between organic, natural, and synthetic options to make the best choice for your garden.

Not sure what is the best time of day to fertilize your vegetable garden? I’ve got you covered. No matter the growing season or type of fertilizer you are using, there are prime times to apply ...

Commercial fertilizers aren't that good for the soil or the surrounding ecosystem. Plus, they're getting pricey. This DIY ...

It is time to think about planting your vegetable garden to minimize the effects of increasing food bills. This week and for the next few weeks, let’s consider a landscapes that feed us. Manures vary ...

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Typically we think of feeding garden plants in the spring, the time when the soil warms up and daylight lengthens. However, fall is a good time to fertilize the garden here on the North Coast. Here’s ...

It is time to think about planting your fall vegetable garden. This week and for the next few weeks let’s consider landscapes that feed us. Manures vary greatly in their nutrient content and degree of ...