Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. New research reveals that tropical forests have clever tricks up their leaves to thrive in nutrient-poor soils, proving that ...

Bad soil is one of the most frustrating problems a gardener can face. You water faithfully, plant lovingly, and hope for miracles—only to end up with stunted plants, sad leaves, and dirt that looks ...

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If you'd like to install a raised bed but don't have the resources to build one, you can achieve the same effect by growing your plants in straw bales. It's also a great option for those with poor ...

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No amount of money invested in plant material and support systems can make up for poor soil. No matter how you cut it, putting expensive plants in poor soil is a bad investment. This seems to be a ...

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Straw bale gardens are becoming popular with growers plagued with poor soil or limited garden space, said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein. Straw bale gardening combines ...

Q: I really want to grow potatoes but I get poor yields and they always come out small and weirdly shaped. I was thinking this was because the soil in my yard is clay, but I tried adding a couple bags ...

Q: I have had problems trying to raise zucchini in the past, seems that bugs and other problems pop up before I have anything from my plants at all. Is there something I should be doing to have better ...