Avocados are notoriously hard to grow particularly in heavy soil (clay). This video shows a great example of how to plant an ...

Silicon (Si) is one of the most abundant elements on Earth, found in large quantities in soil. While Si is not essential for land plants, many plants, such as rice and grasses, have used Si to develop ...

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The correct soil composition is crucial for the well-being of fairy duster plants. They thrive in well-draining soil with low ...

Before you buy that new houseplant, check for these 6 things to be sure you aren't bringing home a dying plant or pests.

All seeds need warm temperatures and good light to germinate properly. The best places in a house to start them are in an ...

Bayer has signed a new exclusive distribution agreement with UK-based Ecospray to market a biological liquid nematicide sourced from garlic.

Strawberry plants can be a bit particular about how they are planted in the soil. Not too deep, not too shallow, but just right.

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African violets are apparently also picky when it comes to soil and growers are advised to buy potting soil specially formulated for African violets. Not only that, but you should also treat ...

The body of Alexis Schuler was discovered "entombed" in the newly plastered wall of a Capitol Heights man’s home.