The right amount of calcium in the soil can help plants grow healthy and strong. Test your soil first to determine how much calcium you need to add, as well as the pH level. Gypsum, lime, and bonemeal ...

Plants need water and sunlight to survive, but they also need important nutrients which they receive from the soil. These nutrients are naturally occurring but can be limited in quantity if the soil ...

Farmers add calcium to their soil for many reasons related to increasing crop yields—including regulating pH and improving soil structure. Using the Canadian Light Source (CLS) at the University of ...

Finely crush the eggshells to release calcium faster—perfect for tomatoes, peppers and leafy greens. Add crushed shells to your compost bin; they’ll break down and enrich your soil over time. Sprinkle ...

There are some misconceptions surrounding how we deal with soil when gardening, and I thought I’d discuss a few in this week’s column: to add, or not to use, gypsum; dealing with dense clay; and ...

Using calcium for tomato plants might be the best way to enjoy huge yields and sweet, juicy fruit. Calcium is often touted as a cure-all for blossom end rot, but it has a more significant role to play ...