Mediterranean-type shrubs such as cistus, lavender and phlomis are best confined to banks and raised beds in clay gardens.
If you're already dreaming about a garden filled with flowers after winter is over, there's one striking plant you'll want to ...
Some tips are helpful, but others can actually make things harder for you and your plants. Sorting out which gardening tips are myths can save you a lot of hassle. Let’s look at some common garden ...
An interesting way of growing indoor plants is gaining popularity. Instead of potting mix, the plants are grown in LECA – Lightweight, Expanded Clay Aggregate. These small brown balls are full of tiny ...
I have been spending a lot of time in the southern savannas for work lately, walking through the savanna and clay soils that ...
In a series of photos, the OP revealed that they "built a series of berms and catch basins" to take advantage of the rainy ...
If you have done battle with moss creeping into your garden beds, consider embracing these emerald-colored oddities and plant ...
Mixing compost into your soil is a quick way to improve drainage. Compost breaks up heavy clay and creates spaces for water ...
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How Do I Improve the Soil in My Garden?

Healthy soil is the foundation of every good garden. Whether you’re growing flowers, vegetables, or trees, the soil decides ...
Gardeners' World star Monty Don has shared the 'pretty big disaster' that struck his beloved Longmeadow garden and his ...
Cabbage is a multi-purpose veggie that certainly deserves a place in your garden. How and when you should harvest may depend ...
BBC Gardeners' World host Monty Don offered a "really important" warning to British gardeners as he shared his top tip for ...