Is it time to pitch the peat? If you're looking for eco-friendly alternatives to peat moss, these options are good for the garden and better for the environment.

One person's trash is another's fertilizer tea! These DIY home "brews" use items you have around the house and garden, and give your garden plants the nutrient boost they need. Check out these easy recipes!

Ready to grow your best garden yet? Gather some branches, leaves, and grass clippings to create a garden bed that does all the work for you.

Known as the "lazy man's" method" of composting, trench composting may be just what you're looking for. We've got the basics and start getting nutrients into your garden soil!

You don't have to buy expensive fertilizers! Your garden will thrive with these DIY versions made from items around your pantry and backyard!

Did you know this bright, cheerful flower can make lead-contaminated soil safe for gardening? Learn more!

When I was small, I heard that it was good when it snowed because it was called a “poor man’s fertilizer”. The person that told me was an old farmer, so I never questioned the saying. Is there truth behind the saying? Aside from water, nitrogen is the only element that snow puts back into the Earth.

Late fall is a good time to mulch - and protect your outdoor plants. Learn more.