Can You Compost Diseased Plants? What’s Safe and What to Trash
The answer depends on the disease and on how hot your pile really gets. Most home piles are cooler than gardeners think, so here is a simple way to decide.
Category: Soil & Compost
Soil tests, pH, compost, mulch and fertilizer in plain English.
Why Is My Compost Not Breaking Down? Causes and Fixes
If your pile looks the same as it did two months ago, the microbes are missing something. Here is how to work out what, and how to restart it.
Hardwood Mulch vs Pine Bark vs Straw: Which Goes Where?
Each of these mulches has a job it does best. Here is how they compare on depth, lifespan and weed control, plus a check on the myths you keep hearing.
Potting Mix vs Garden Soil: What Belongs in a Pot and Why
Soil that works well in the ground behaves very differently in a pot. Here is why, what the white fuzz on your mix means, and when old mix should go.