Question for Dan Gill: I have recently started a new garden bed and was advised by a landscaping wholesaler to use a soil and mulch mix. When my fiancé showed up with the mix it resembled mulch more ...

Organics are the best way to go in your garden. Plenty of organic mulches are available, and they often can be had for free. Right out in your back yard or your neighbor’s you will find one good ...

What type of mulch do you advise for a garden of tomatoes, squash, green beans and onions? Where do I find calcium and/or eggshells for my tomato plants? A. There are a number of mulch options, but I ...

Fall and winter precipitation can be unpredictable. Even with cooler weather, garden soil is at its best with consistent moisture. A layer of mulch acts as a barrier to moisture evaporation allowing ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. The ...

To understand organic garden you need to understand Mother Nature and respect her ways.. Nature, to be commanded, must be obeyed. --Francis Bacon (1561-1626) You can often hear people say, “Back ...

Gardeners' World presenter Joe Swift has shared the best time to mulch your garden beds ahead of the cold winter months - and ...

Bulbs that bloom in the spring are planted into the ground in the fall. These include those that are technically corms, ...

As you know, I love to garden, but I don't like to do work needlessly. If I can find a gardening technique that saves me time, effort and money -- well, I'm there. And you can't find a better example ...

A GOOD FALL TIDY allows the garden to display its winter beauties without the distractions of weeds. Fading foliage may be another story, since many plants need the nutrients stored in those browning ...

Many years ago early in my agriculture/gardening career, I discovered a book written by a woman who developed a novel way of gardening. Ruth Stout’s gardening technique involved applying layers of ...