This coarse, gritty sand improves drainage, fights root rot, and makes soil easier to dig—here’s how to use it right.

Gardenary suggested swapping out peat for alternatives that they promise are just as effective and a lot more eco-friendly.

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In hardware stores or garden centers, there are often entire sections dedicated solely to soil. Alongside regular potting ...

Having worked as a gardener in both the UK and central Italy, I’ve planted, grown and cared for my fair share of lavender.

Instead, go up. Build a raised bed about 12 inches high on top of the existing soil using garden soil or topsoil. The raised ...

Topsoil is the uppermost layer of soil. It's where essential nutrients, microorganisms, and beneficial insects like earthworms reside, helping provide a healthy environment for plants. Topsoil is also ...

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‘Yellowing or wilting despite regular watering is a sign that your lavender may need better drainage. Also, overflowing water after rain and soil that stays damp for days,’ says Jane Dobbs, Gardening ...

I’d like to be there when someone is going through our home. I could also point things out that the agent might not know.

How can I improve the drainage of reused potting soil? Ensuring your container has proper drainage holes is crucial for improving your soil's drainage. You can also add compost, sand, or perlite to ...