Peat moss has been a favorite among gardeners for over 50 years now, but we are being urged to consider its impact and look for peat moss alternatives. Coco coir is one of the most popular substitutes ...

An old moss plant asked a new moss plant how he likes living in the bog. “I’m lichen it so far,” was the response. As a young gardener, I remember my mom buying large bales of peat moss, sold as ...

Researchers are finding extraordinary new uses for what we throw away. Beet pulp may help crops resist disease, while ...

TURIN, ITALY—Peat, or semi-decayed vegetation matter, has been used by commercial growers and amateur gardeners since the middle of the 20th century. Peat is added to potting soil to help retain ...

Scientists reveal that food waste can be transformed into sustainable solutions: beet pulp protects crops, radish and beet greens boost gut health, and composted coconut fibers replace peat moss in ...