I often get asked how much drainage and how much soil should I put in my raised garden bed for growing vegetables when first ...

Perlite is a volcanic glass that is often used in gardening due to its lightweight, porous nature that aids in healthy plant development. "It is made from a type of volcanic glass called obsidian," ...

If your garden soil turns into a brick when it’s dry or a swamp when it’s wet, the plants aren’t being dramatic—the soil is.

Drainage is everything when it comes to soil. You'll see seed packets and planting guides for plants that can tolerate all kinds of soil conditions, but the one condition virtually every plant needs ...

A reader in Rohnert Park asks the Garden Docs why their sloped backyard isn't draining well. L.B. writes: I have a slope behind my house in Rohnert Park and according to what I have read about soils ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Person holding handul of orchid bark above plant pot - Vasil Dimitrov/Getty Images Gardeners often use amendments like orchid bark ...

A simple, quick test will tell you how well your soil drains. Photo courtesy Greywater.org Seventeenth in a series republished with permission from the San Diego County Water Authority‘s website. Soil ...

This potted companion will flourish with minimal effort. Water your spider plant when the top inch of soil feels dry, ...

When water gathers beneath the surface, it can weaken structures or erode foundations, leading to costly damage over time. Sub-soil drainage systems are designed to manage that unseen flow, guiding ...

Heavy rain and poor drainage can silently shorten fence lifespan. Learn how proper installation protects Louisiana ...