With a gentle balance of nutrients that enhance soil and nourish acid-loving plants in winter, this organic material is a ...

Coffee grounds can be used as a fertilizer for plants, but before you add your morning caffeine fix to the soil of your cacti ...

Scientists developed wheat that helps create its own natural fertilizer, promising cleaner and more affordable farming.

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MacCubbin gives gardening advice for Central Florida on anthuriums, beets, amaryllis, Christmas cacti, ixora, composting and ...

Potassium is a common need for plants, and if you enjoy eating bananas, you already have a great source of this nutrient that ...

Let us introduce you to the banana leaf plant. Although they are commonly called banana trees, banana leaf plants (Musa spp.) ...

Looking to add some greenery to your living space but don’t have a huge yard? Container gardening opens up a world of ...

Grow black pepper at home this winter. This tropical spice thrives with simple care. Plant between November and February for ...

Here are six easy houseplant hacks using common household items like ice cubes, cinnamon and more. These will keep indoor ...

Give your favorite holiday plant fertilizer during spring and summer for yuletide blooms. Here's how often and when to fertilize a Christmas cactus.

Jeff Lowenfels has written a weekly gardening column for the ADN for more than 45 years. He earned the 2025 Gold Laurel Media ...