Think of your indoor and outdoor plants a little bit like Goldilocks: They need a just-right potting mix or soil to help them really thrive. And although the words “potting mix” and “potting soil” are ...

The health of any houseplant begins with its foundation: the right potting soil mix. According to Yahoo, Sol Soils has the ...

The terms "garden soil" and "potting soil" may sound like they refer to similar things, but there are significant differences between the two products. Because of these differences, there are distinct ...

Walk down the aisle of any nursery or garden center and you’ll see bag after bag of materials for potted plants or garden beds. But before you heft the cheapest one into your cart, you should ...

Soil is the basis of all gardening. Growing healthy plants always starts with good soil for strong root development. All soils are not created equal. They have different components, and success ...

Learn to make your own potting mix to grow plants indoors or on your deck. Learn to make your own potting mix to grow plants indoors or on your deck. It's a simple recipe, though it lacks an ...

Neil from Struthers: I want to grow vegetables in containers and raised beds this year. But I’m confused about what kind of soil I should use — soil, garden soil or potting mix? Can you help? David: ...

When placing planters and pots in your garden, there are many steps to take to ensure your plants stay healthy. One key factor is the type of potting soil you use. From nutrient content and plant ...

Buying and mixing your own potting soil ingredients saves money and empowers you to choose a mix that aligns with your ethical shopping priorities. Different plants, and different gardening situations ...

Letier recommends a simple DIY method to make a homemade "banana soup" to re-enrich your soil. She says the mixture adds key ...

Our in-house master gardener shares her DIY soil mix recipe for a thriving Christmas cactus. Hint: It needs more moisture ...