Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. Haley ...

DIY composting is one of the best, most sustainable methods for turning everyday organic matter into rich, nutritious compost for your plants. With a bit of knowledge and the right materials, you’ll ...

OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. — As the weather warms and you start thinking about your gardens and flowers, you can make them grow strong and healthy with items from your own home. And it reduces waste for the ...

Don't toss those imperfect lettuce leaves, onion tops and strawberry tops into the trash. Instead, convert them to compost right in the garden. Worm and pile composting are great ways to manage these ...

Composting involves decomposing organic materials to create nutrient-rich soil. A compost pile needs a balance of green (nitrogen-rich) and brown (carbon-rich) materials. Maintaining proper moisture, ...

In this video, we explore the essential aspects of composting, providing insights into creating nutrient-rich compost at home. Learn about various types of compost, key ingredients, and optimal ...

Compost tea is nothing more than a large “tea bag” filled with finished compost steeped in water. This colorful compost is ready to be tucked into a bag (a pillowcase will work) to soak in water.

A gardener for 60 years, Bill Palmer still tends to thriving greenery. He’s 95, and Palmer already has a June bounty of lettuce, tomatoes, onions and rhubarb. While he uses a walker to move about ...