Decades ago, horticulturists studied ways to provide potted plants with a medium that offered support and nutrition as well as drainage and aeration, Don Kinzler writes.

PRBDIPM — aka, the Pots in Raised Beds with Drip Irrigation Production Method — combines elements of several practices.

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Orange trees grow well in containers. If you live in a cold climate, bring them indoors for winter or enjoy their beauty—and ...

Herbs require well-draining soil to prevent root rot. A good mix would be equal parts of peat moss, perlite, and vermiculite ...

Fast-growing microgreens can be planted today and harvested in just three weeks— and there are plenty more edible plant ...

Peatlands act as a crucial climate regulator, and are increasingly at the center of conflicts over resource extraction.

Keep them well nourished. Pansies grow vigorously during warm spells in winter. Fertilize them with a diluted solution of water-soluble, high-nitrogen plant food each time that you water them. That’s ...

A BOLD plan to build the first broch in 2,000 years has been given the go-ahead. The lofty, double-walled drystone structures ...

Looking for a DIY garden feature that's tougher than it looks and charmingly rustic? This project could become the ...

Growing herbs at home can be a rewarding experience, giving you fresh ingredients for your meals and a touch of greenery in ...

Once thought of as a nuisance, moss is now being recognized for its contributions in creating healthy, low-maintenance, and ...