CORVALLIS – Adding organic matter is the best way to improve nearly all kinds of soils. If you’re unsure if your soil needs amendments, take note if it dries and cracks in summer, drains slowly or is ...

Q: I would like to start some seeds in my greenhouse and am looking to purchase some potting soil to use for seed starting. I noticed that there are soils sold as seed starting mix but they are ...

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Think of your indoor and outdoor plants a little bit like Goldilocks: They need a just-right potting mix or soil to help them really thrive. And although the words “potting mix” and “potting soil” are ...

Container gardening is a very popular topic for gardeners. Most homes do not have a lot of gardening space, either because of tiny lot size or no lot at all (in the case of condos or apartments).

woman's gloved hand holding garden trowel of soil over a raised bed - Corinna Kern/Getty Images Raised bed gardening aims to solve many of the challenges gardeners face when starting out, giving you ...

Have you ever stood in front of the bagged soil products displayed at your local nursery supply store and wondered, “Which one should I buy?” You might see bags labeled potting soil, planting mix, ...

Neil from Struthers: I want to grow vegetables in containers and raised beds this year. But I’m confused about what kind of soil I should use — soil, garden soil or potting mix? Can you help? David: ...