With spring around the corner, it is time to plan your garden. Now is the time when you should begin choosing the varieties ...

Erosion can whisk away valuable topsoil and even cause whole embankments to collapse. These plants will help lock soil in place while adding ornamental value.

All seeds need warm temperatures and good light to germinate properly. The best places in a house to start them are in an ...

Extreme weather events such as droughts, floods, and typhoons disrupt planting and harvesting cycles, leading to crop losses and economic instability. Rising temperatures also affect crop growth and ...

The dormant season is a great time to sow flower seeds, establish trees and shrubs, and get started on the vegetable garden.

Pro tip: If you do use the lighter seed-starting soil, moisten the soil before inserting the seed. This light soil tends to ...

Besides being a key source of water and nutrients for plants, soil is also an important reservoir of bacteria, fungi, and nematodes that can severely impact plant growth and yield. Soil-borne ...

Learn how to amend Southeast Texas' clay soil to enhance plant health and growth by improving nutrient availability and soil ...