Rice water is a great fertilizer, packed with starch and nutrients. Not all plants love it, though, so it's important to only ...

Wood ashes don't have to be disposed of. They can actually be useful in your garden, but only if you know how to use them ...

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In Migori County, southwestern Kenya, farmers are embracing an innovative and sustainable way to boost soil fertility and ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Tomatoes are generally considered easy to grow at home, which is why they are so appealing to gardeners of all abilities and experience.

Tomatoes are among some of the most popular plants to grow in a home garden. Not only is the fruit highly versatile in cooking, but there are also a ton of varieties — at least 10,000, in fact — from ...

Ever looked at your kitchen scraps and wondered if they could be more than just compost? Many gardeners have turned their ...

After several years of “tomato failure” I had the healthiest, most beautiful, most productive tomato plants in history. Well, ...

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Poinsettias are a classic holiday plant whose popularity has grown, especially with the introduction of long-lasting cultivars in recent years. With proper care, they can remain beautiful ...

Winter's coming but in Florida, the weather is great for yard work in cooler temperatures. And there are plenty of tasty chores to dig into.

The UC Master Gardeners of Butte County are part of the University of California Cooperative Extension system, serving our ...