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 ...

Potting soil, or potting mix, is a substrate that usually consists of garden soil, organic matter and minerals.

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 truth about potting mix ingredients is often overlooked, but understanding what goes into your soil can make a huge ...

Did you hear about the ghost who got evicted from the graveyard? He couldn’t pay his rent because he was dead broke. We all need to stretch our dollars, but potting soil isn’t the place to scrimp when ...

Using old potting soil can lead to root rot, stunted growth, and unhealthy plants.

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 ...

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: ...