Forget everything dull and dusty about gardening advice—this is where things get alive. Not metaphorically alive, but ...

There is no reason to spend a dime on fancy fertilizers when a powerful, plant-loving solution already sits in the backyard.

Making and using compost has long been a mainstay of good gardening practices. With a newfound appreciation of biological health that starts with the soil, compost tea is another tool ...

Grab a large bucket that will allow you plenty of extra space to stir and mix the contents without making a mess. Fill it with three gallons of water. You may use rainwater or, if using regular tap ...

There are so many nuances to what compost tea is. And certainly, a lot of confusion. This article aims to clarify, teach, and inspire you to learn about compost tea and make it yourself using the ...

Four thousand years ago the Egyptians were making compost tea which simply extracts nutrients from compost and puts it in a liquid form. This method is easier to apply to the soil and the plants. A ...

When I saw an advertisement about Martha Stewart being a dirt nerd, I recalled a column I did a number of years ago. I had met someone who made a business out of making compost. Then I looked at my ...

Fall is a great time to build a compost pile. So, before your trees begin to lose their leaves this fall, consider all the great uses for compost in your landscape. Compost can be used in several ways ...