Any areas of bare soil in your garden, such as the soil in empty beds, require covering over in the winter to protect them ...

A great way to beat the cold weather we have seen this week is to start working on this year’s garden. This is the perfect time to start some of your summertime seedlings. These will be slow ...

Researchers have discovered that using cover crops as "living mulch" between rows of maize can significantly improve soil health and nutrient cycling, offering a sustainable approach to ...

A growing number of farmers plant cover crops such as cereal rye after harvesting their corn or soybeans to cover the soil during the ... Kura clover seed is difficult to obtain.

Looking to make your own indoor seed starter system? Learn how to mix the best soil for starting seeds and learn the seed starting basics. After the warmth of holiday gatherings and festivities ...

Rock salt is effective for temperatures down to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. A generous sprinkle of rock salt on sidewalks, ...

The Indiana State Department of Agriculture, The Nature Conservancy, Indiana Agriculture Nutrient Alliance and the United ...

Learn how to start sowing seeds indoors with grow lights. Make homemade seed starting trays, prevent damping off and watch your seedlings grow. You’ll love the benefits of growing your own ...

Although strawflowers can tolerate infertile soil, taking the time to prepare your bed will greatly improve their performance ...

Filling your shade garden with healthy hostas doesn't have to break the bank. You can grow your own from seed using this ...

Anish Ahmed says the villagers and even his family used to laugh at him when he started using slingshots to send seed balls ...