Sandy soil has its advantages. It drains well, is easy to dig in, and warms up faster in spring than clay soils. Choosing the right plants for sandy soil is important, though, since it doesn't hold on ...

Mulch is an essential ingredient to soil care for several types of plants. But did you know there are also different kinds of mulch? Choosing the best type of mulch for your garden depends on the type ...

These low-maintenance plants don’t just survive—they thrive in heat, drought, and even the worst soil.

No matter the type of farm, there’s an advantage to planting soil-feeding cover crops ahead of fall and winter. The assistance provided depends on the crops you plant. But there is definitely one out ...

In just a few weeks, it will be planting time. “Make soil improvement part of your planting plans,” said Sharon Yiesla, plant knowledge specialist in the Plant Clinic at The Morton Arboretum in Lisle.