CORVALLIS – Adding organic matter is the best way to improve nearly all kinds of soils. If you’re unsure if your soil needs amendments, take note if it dries and cracks in summer, drains slowly or is ...

Don't just grab any fertilizer. Learn the differences between organic, natural, and synthetic options to make the best choice ...

The gardening world has seen a significant shift from chemical to organic methods over 40 years. Learn how to responsibly improve your soil.

What is the single most basic thing you could do to be a successful gardener? There is nothing you could do in your garden that would be more helpful than applying organic matter in and on your soil.

Here’s why soil testing is essential: 1. Nutrient Deficiencies: A soil test reveals the nutrient levels in your garden, ...

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 ...

If you visit your local garden centers, you may have to look around, but you will most likely find a section with organic products. How large the organic fertilizer section is will vary between stores ...

Successful spring gardening starts long before the plants go into the ground. In east Idaho, gardeners commonly work with ...

Soil should be alive and it is a fact that chemical fertilizers kill the microbial activity in soil. Do we really need chemical fertilizers for healthy lawns and plants? Fertilizers give us a quick ...

Seeds not germinating? Looking for a natural way to control weeds? Food Republic spoke to an expert on how to use cardboard ...