Before you dig a garden, it's important to figure out what type of soil you have and then select plants (and amend your soil) ...

Planting fruit trees in these spots could spell disaster. Carefully choosing where to plant your fruit trees is just as ...

If the clay ball breaks at one inch, it’s silt. If it breaks at 2 inches, it’s clay loam. If more, it’s heavy clay. The point of the test is to help you figure out the best treatment for the soil ...

Winter can be hard on your yard and plants, but spring is the perfect time of year to refresh and revitalize your garden.

While loamy is considered suitable for most home gardens, sandy soil is perhaps the trickiest type to plant in. Not only is ...

Sweet potatoes are my exception to the "no root crops" rule for clay soils. Unlike English potatoes that require hilling when grown in the ground, sweet potatoes grow closer to the surface. These heat ...

While the profuse show of brilliant white flowers of Callery pear ( Pyrus calleryana) might seem a welcome sight in the still ...

Thinking of growing Raspuri mangoes at home? This easy guide walks you through every step — from soil prep to harvest — so ...

Hello, Mid-Ohio Valley farmers and gardeners. Spring is definitely here! The forsythia is out in full bloom, along with some ...