Use a 1/2-inch (1.4-centimeter) screen if you intend to use your compost in potting mix or garden beds, and 1/4-inch (0.6 ...

If you’ve ever looked at your yard in autumn and wondered what to do with all those leaves, you’re not alone. Fall brings a unique chance to kick off a compost pile that’s both practical and ...

Q. What’s wrong with my compost pile? This is a question we master gardeners hear often. Usually, the answer is straightforward, but occasionally we get some head-scratchers. This week I’ll cover some ...

Stinky compost? Here's what's causing the odors and how to make your compost pile smell better.

Compost has been dubbed "garden gold." But it is important to do your composting correctly. While it is generally okay to take a laid-back approach to composting, there are a few caveats to keep in ...

As a new gardener, I thought I could stick any plant in the ground, and with a little sunshine and water, it would flourish. When my most basic efforts did not produce a gorgeous and abundant garden, ...

The trick (the only trick?) is to always have something happening. To have some compost brewing, seeds germinating, beds warming undercover, etc. Make it a part of your daily routine, like anything ...

Eggshells need to be fully decomposed or ground up for the nutrients to be accessible to plants and the soil. "The calcium ...

You can reuse some shredded paper in the garden. Find out which types of paper are safe to shred and ways to use shredded ...

It takes time and effort to turn yard waste into mulch and compost. It doesn't help when people put trash in their bins. Here's how to help.