Of the tests to do before planting in your garden, a drainage test is among the best (and easiest). Try this quick drainage ...

Discover why you should test your soil in January, with insights from a garden expert. Get ahead of the growing season by ...

I want to plant a blueberry bush this spring, but prior attempts have failed. I’ve read that they require acidic soil. Could ...

Learn how to test soil early, prepare well and plant cotton into the right conditions for uniform stands and lasting yield potential.

Mulch is a simple way to help your garden bounce back. Spread mulch around your plants to keep the soil moist and reduce how ...

Growing Works in Camarillo cultivates plants for public gardens, nurseries, and landscapers using the labor of people with ...

As the new year gets underway it’s a key time for planning your best garden yet. Here are all the garden jobs to do this ...

In the winter, it might seem like there is not much to do in the garden, but there is one thing everyone can do to set themselves up for success in the spring. That is soil testing, of course. In ...

While money trees are native to tropical wetlands, they don't like soggy soil. Learn how often to water a money tree for a happy, healthy houseplant.

Perennial plants are the ultimate low-maintenance, low-impact contributors to a sustainable garden. Once established, they ...

Evaluate your shade trees for strength of their limbs. Call in a certified arborist if you see any branch that looks like it’s dead or dying. All it takes is one ice storm or strong gust of wind to ...