If you have a beautiful, attractive garden that attracts many people to take a closer look, you may want to learn more about the ingredients of soil mixes. Before you get started with designing your soil type, be sure that you understand what types of organic matter and/or coarse organic matter that you will need […]
Many of us are very conscious about the environment and how we treat it, most especially when it comes to our lawns and removal of contamination from soil. This article will be helpful if you want to know about the ways for the removal of contamination from soil. Removal of Heavy Metal Contaminations It is […]
Many gardeners are aware of the benefits of good soil mixes for container plants when it comes to their growth. Good soil contains nutrients needed by plants to develop and mature. In turn, these nutrients make plants stronger and healthier. Plants that are grown in good soil will be stronger and healthier than plants that […]
Using old soil mixes for plants, that has been over sifted can cause many problems with your plants. One of the biggest issues is that it will most likely be too acidic for your plants. This means that if you use this type of soil for your plants, you may have to add lime or […]
Have you ever heard the term “Acidic Soil” for potted plants before? If you have not, you should start paying more attention to what you are putting into your soil. What exactly is acidic soil for potted plants and how can it affect your plants? You probably have not given much thought to the condition […]
Alkaline soil for plants in pots is a vital part of the gardening world. In most areas of the planet, if you are to grow anything in the garden it will require some degree of an alkaline soil in order to produce healthy, strong plants. However, this does not mean that all types of garden […]
Soil biology and the benefits of good soil structure for container plants is a rapidly expanding area of research and debate. One of the biggest benefits of soil biology is that it is a completely self-maintaining process. The benefit of organic material in the soil is two fold really. It gives a slow release of […]
Most gardeners are unaware of the benefits of Silt soil for plants in container gardening. Soil that has had time to settle and fill in will benefit your plants by providing a rich organic base for the roots to build their roots. A deep layer of organic matter is what makes this the perfect medium […]
Are you a newbie who is considering starting a small garden and looking for information on using clay soil for plants in container gardening? You have come to the right place! In this brief article, I am going to talk about some benefits of clay soil for plants in container gardening and how it can […]
Sand, the word that strikes our mind when talking about sandy soil for plants, is the loose and pulpy material on the surface of mineral-rich soil. Sand can be composed of different minerals like feldspar, calcite, dolomite, or other sedimentary rock. The major benefit of sandy soil for plants in container gardening is its ability […]