African violet mix can be used for most houseplants. It is slightly acidic with good moisture control and drainage. Indoor potting mixes/soils are very similar but often slightly less efficient ...

That involved using a nail file to notch the hard outer shells and soaking them overnight on a wet sponge. Then they are ready to hit the potting soil. The wisdom years prevailed; now buying them as ...

A friend from church recalled portions of this column I wrote over eight years ago. I originally wrote the column about how to overwinter Zonal Geraniums or Pelargonium x hortorum. […] ...

What is winter sowing? I have heard a little about this and wonder if this would be something I might want to use in my ...

Soil should be filled at least two-three inches below the rim, allowing you to water them thoroughly without overflowing the ...

Something you do have to get right to keep them happy, however, is their potting mix. Caring for succulents is easy, but they ...

That’s sowing seeds directly into the soil, or pricking out and potting on the tiny seed babies I’d sown in the greenhouse a ...

The Camellia gives us bright red and pink flower displays early in the year, the Azalea and Rhododendron a generous flower display in springtime and Hydrangea throughout the summertime and beyond.

If you want to keep your plants in tiptop shape, you might consider sterilizing your soil with hydrogen peroxide. Here's how ...

Dreaming of a beach vacation? My guess is you're picturing a palm tree. Fantasizing about life on a remote island? You're ...

Are you sick of the messes that potted soil can often leave behind? Then, you may want to try growing indoor plants with LECA ...