Spring is a season of rejuvenation, and perhaps nowhere is that rebirth more noticeable than in the yard. Each spring, grass begins to grow again as inviting landscapes beckon people outdoors. Extra ...

Proper soil sample preparation is key to precise data on your soil’s pH, nutrient levels, and the exact soil amendments your ...

Bunny Guinness spraying the soil of her vegetable garden - Andrew Crowley for the Telegraph In the old days, gardeners used to apply an artificial general-purpose fertiliser in the spring and step ...

As gardeners, the cusp between late winter and early spring is full of anticipation – the beds that lay bare throughout the colder months are suddenly full of potential as we start planning the ...

What is 'no-till' gardening? Is it better for my garden than traditional digging and tilling every year or not? What are the advantages of this method and how can I start using it? This method of ...

THE LONG ANTICIPATED Spring officially begins Monday, March 20, 2:24 p.m. (PDT) and with spring, thoughts of rebirth, blooms, warm weather and outdoor activities play upon our mind. Plants officially ...

In my last column I discussed the steps needed to establish a new vegetable garden in an area that has not been used before. The activities included mixing organic matter, gypsum and possibly lime or ...

If your lawn hasn't rebounded with the rain and mild temperatures, you might be considering new grass, either seed or sod. But don't forget the importance of soil beneath the grass. If your lawn ...

Think ahead to spring planting time. One way to get the jump on that season is by readying the soil now. For instance, you could till now rather than in spring. Don't till as thoroughly as if you were ...

Healthy soil is the key to happy plants. Whether you're about to create your first garden from scratch or beginning to prep existing beds for the coming growing season, take the time to check your ...