Waste products like coffee grounds and eggshells are widely used to improve soil health, but there are some more ...

Learn how to use rice water to fertilize plants, including three preparation methods and how often to apply it safely.

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Rock salt separates into sodium and chloride ions when dissolved in water. These ions can cause damage to the inner workings ...

Broccoli stems are edible and provide many health benefits. They contain more fiber and more of some nutrients than broccoli florets, making them a great addition to soups, salads, and other meals.

If you've been curling up by the warm fireplace this winter, you may have just what you need to make sure your flowers are ...

The Indiana Certified Crop Adviser panel recommends increasing nitrogen yields by adjusting application and timing.

Bananas contain nutrients, but rotting peel smells and attracts fruit flies ...

If you want your flowers to bloom for longer, there's a natural method to help using a common kitchen scrap that you probably already have at home ...

A soil test should be performed before adding amendments willy-nilly. For example, Epsom salt for roses must be added with care.

Store-bought fertilizer is expensive and rife with other chemicals. You can make your own easily. If you like onions on your ...

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