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Nothing looks lonelier than an empty urn or window box in a winter landscape. It sends the message: “Something is missing.” So instead of putting the garden to bed I like to wake it up by filling...

Techniques for growing with clay soil can vary from person to person. Determine what works best for you when growing plants in clay soil with the advice of a third-generation flower grower in this...

Avocado plants prefer warm, arid climates, and they do best when planted in rocky soil that drains well. Grow and avocado plant with helpful advice from a sustainable gardener in this free video...

Sweet peppers grow best when the seeds are planted in the late spring after the nights have significantly warmed up. Plant pepper seeds in full sun and in well-draining soil with helpful advice...

Freesia plants stem from bulbs, so they should be planted in at least groups of three in high-quality composted soil. Grow freesias directly in the ground or in containers with helpful information...

A great lawn is formed by a number of key ingredients, including water, good soil, fertilizer and sunshine. Learn about watching the pH level of the grass with help from a professional landscaper...

A bald spot on a lawn is often caused by an animal, but it can be fixed by cleaning the area and preparing the soil properly. Find out how to use lime to bring the acid level down with help from a...

When growing plants outdoors, be sure to pay attention to each plant's condition requirements, such as the amount of sunlight and the quality of the soil. Plan out the various plants in a garden...

Iris bulbs need to stay dry when they are stored, so it's important to add moist soil to the bulbs if they are too most in storage. Learn about keeping iris bulbs in paper bags with help from a...

Amaryllis bulbs are best stored by placing them in a paper bag with some soil before planting them again in the spring. Find out how to store the Christmas-type of amaryllis with help from a...

Clay pots make the best containers for gardening, because they are a natural material, they breathe, and they allow the soil to drain easily. Create a completely contained garden with gardening...

A pH meter can be used to test the acidity of the soil, which plays a huge role in how well certain plants can grow. Maintain high-quality soil by monitoring the acidity levels with gardening help...

A mango seed, which is one of the largest in the plant kingdom, can be planted directly into the soil after drying out for a couple of days. Lay a mango seed flat into the ground with gardening...

When planting seeds in a container, be sure to pack down the soil slightly, bury the seed as deep as it is long, and keep the soil moist through the germination process. Use small containers to...

Rose bushes can be started from cuttings simply by cutting the stems off at an angle, dipping the cut end in honey and planting it in wet soil. Get a rose cutting to start growing roots with...

Taking care of rose plants only requires providing high-quality composted soil, watering them occasionally and allowing them to drain well. Discover the required maintenance for rose bushes with...

In order to prepare soil for seeding, the most important factor is to simply get a good potting soil mix. Make sure to get healthy and aged soil, as opposed to raw manure, with help from a...

Alliums bloom in the late spring, so it's best to start growing them in the beginning of spring by spreading them out in the soil and covering them up with an inch of top soil. Learn about misting...

In order to grow mullein from seed, start them in the soil and cover them up with about one to two inches of soil before misting them. Find out how mulleins can be started in the summer with help...

Clivias are plants that are from South Africa, so they love warm shade, but they shouldn't be placed under a full, hot sun. Learn about using a container of soil to grow clivias seed pods with...

Planting grass seed in sand requires first laying down a few inches of compost or good potting soil in which the grass will take root. Get grass to grow from sand with lawn care tips from a...

To prepare soil for grass seeds, work on top of hard clay or poor soil by adding layers of organic compost and potting soil. Rake in the new grass seeds on the top layer with lawn care tips from a...

To grow wheatgrass outdoors, plant germinated seeds only an inch under the soil, and lightly mist the soil to keep it moist. See how easy it is to grow wheatgrass, for eating or as an ornamental...

Bell peppers can be grown outside as soon as the weather gets warmer, and they will be ready to harvest in late fall. Plant bell pepper seeds in a raised garden bed under a couple of inches of...

Any type of bamboo can be grown for eating, but the best-tasting part is the new shoots that are under the soil. Find out how to grow and harvest edible bamboo with helpful information from a...

The best soil for roses is a good mix of potting soil, organic material, compost and clippings to offer good nutrition and drainage. Plant roses in a raised flower bed with help from a sustainable...

To grow daffodils in a container, plant each bulb 3 inches below the soil in a triangle pattern, and keep it completely dry throughout the winter to prevent freezing. Enjoy colorful daffodils in...

This short and sweet video gives you the inside secrets to caring for your roses so they bloom all summer long. These experts will show you when and where to prune, what type of soil and...

The best potting soil for growing mountain laurels is a premium grade mix with peat moss and composted plant matter. Choose an organic soil for the healthiest plant with help from the owner of a...

When planting mountain laurels in soil, simply press the seed pod halfway down into the soil, leaving the top half exposed until it has germinated. Start this plant from the seed, which resides...

According to folk lore, and now scientific evidence: Collard Greens are the best vegetable you can eat for cancer prevention as well as a whole load of other health benefits. In this article you...

Cosmos flowers grow native in Mexico, so they prefer extreme heat, poor soil, arid conditions and very good drainage. Start cosmos plants every spring from the seed with helpful tips from a...

Canna lilies, native to Mexico, require full hot sun, well-drained soil and a greenhouse in the winter. Avoid letting the canna lily sit in moisture for too long with helpful tips from a...

Flat roofs are typically not entirely flat; rather, most flat roofs have a slight pitch so that water will run off in the event of rain or snow. Discover how people use flat roofs to put down top...

Planting outdoor plants involves digging a hole a little larger than the root base, breaking up compacted roots, placing the plant in the hole and filling the hole back up with more soil. Pack...

Potting a plant is done by lining the bottom of the pot with broken ceramic for drainage, adding the base layer of soil and breaking up congested roots before planting it in place. Fill the pot...

Watering orchids once a week during the summer and once a month during the winter keeps them healthy to continue growing. Water orchids when the soil feels completely dried out with tips from a...

Making a compost bin from a garbage can is a simple process that requires air flow in the trash and can be accomplished by drilling holes in the trash can's sides. Creat a compost bin from a trash...

Good topsoil found at a nursery or home improvement store has been screened and therefore will not stick together as much as native topsoil. Learn how to find the best soil for lawn and garden...

Outdoor citrus trees require deep applications of water, whereas inside citrus trees need more frequent watering because the soil dries out faster. Keep citrus trees properly hydrated with tips...

Caring for orange trees involves growing them outdoors in a mild climate and letting the top of the soil dry out a few inches before watering it. Bring an orange tree to life with a quality...

When planting bulbs in containers, be sure to pick up the fall bulbs in September, choose large, firm bulbs and use a quality potting soil. Plant bulbs in containers and make sure there's a...

The process for growing tulips in containers is basically the same regardless of the time of year or environment, and a nice quality potting soil should be used. When growing tulips, make sure...

The best soil to use for an organic garden is compost that does not contain any chemicals or pesticides. Find the best soil for an organic garden and learn to create self-made compost with tips...

Transplant a tree or large shrub by first digging up all the roots and moving the tree to a spot where the soil is rich and water is plenty. Give a tree a second chance by moving it to a new spot...

When transplanting peonies, try to dig around the tree to keep all the roots intact. Dig the new hole a little bigger for roots to grab onto the soil. Move a peony to a new home and make it thrive...

Leeks are best planted in the spring, as soon as the soil is workable. Find out why leeks are one of the most cold-tolerant vegetables with help from an organic farmer in this free video on...

Beets can be grown year-round, and they like well-drained, loose soil that is kept in raised beds. Find out how to plant beets in a row with a common garden seeder with help from an organic farmer...

Broccoli is a plant that is easy to grow in cold temperature, and it's a plant that likes well-drained soil. Make sure to give broccoli plants space to unfold with help from an organic farmer in...

Zinnias are one of the most commonly cut flowers that grow with very long stems. Prepare a fluffy soil bed with plenty of compost to grow zinnias with help from an organic farmer in this free...