If you don’t want to burn seedlings, fertilizer should be applied appropriately. But it can be hard to know when, how, and what kind of feed is best. Experienced gardener, Sarah Jay, explains how to use fertilizers in a way that won’t harm your seedlings.
Fertilizing your lawn this fall will help it produce healthy, vigorous growth next spring. When and how to feed the lawn depends on the type of grasses you have and how cold your garden gets in the winter. Join professional landscaper Jerad Bryant to discover these seven expert tips for fertilizing the lawn in the fall.
Gardens need nutrients to thrive, but when’s the right time to fertilize? Though spring is generally the best season for feeding, you can fertilize your plants in the fall, with a few exceptions. Learn what your garden really needs now with seasoned grower and former landscaper Jerad Bryant.
DIY fertilizer ideas sound great, in theory. But do any of them actually work? There are certainly some that do, but some simply don't work as advertised. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss explores some common myths and why they will or won't work.
While fertilizing in August isn’t the protocol for all plants, certain specimens benefit from a boost after a long season of active growth. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores select garden plants to fertilize this month as we look ahead to the cool season.
August isn't the best time for fertilizing all-around, but some plants still benefit. For many others, fertilizing this time of year can have negative consequences. Here are some plants that you should never fertilize in August, and why.
Garden folklore is filled with home remedies and DIY solutions that promise miraculous results. Banana peels as rose fertilizer is one that refuses to disappear. Gardening expert Madison Moulton examines the science behind this popular garden hack and explains why your roses deserve better nutrition.
A surprising garden amendment, wool pellets, turn agricultural waste into premium fertilizer with a host of other garden benefits. This sustainable alternative also supports farmers and improves soil health naturally. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains everything you need to know about wool pellet fertilizer.
Keeping hungry plants on a regular feeding schedule is important, but in the summer it might be too hot to fertilize. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay covers what to do and what not to do when feeding heat-stressed plants.
Manure, though smelly, is a wonderful amendment for the landscape. Whether you’re using cow or chicken manure, there are efficient ways to implement the stuff without harming plants, animals, and yourself! Watch for these seven ways manure can harm the garden, and learn how to use it best.
Banana peels pile up by the dozens, especially if you love eating bananas! These peels decay and provide essential nutrients to plants. Though they can be beneficial, they may cause harm in certain circumstances. Learn whether banana peels are good for the garden and how to use them best alongside seasoned grower Jerad Bryant.
Manure is often called gardening gold for good reason. But with so many types available, which one should you choose? Gardening expert Madison Moulton explores the benefits and drawbacks of different manures and helps you choose the right one for your garden.