After years of searching I found the perfect mulch for my garden - pine flakes. Let me show you why it's the best mulch.

How is your soil? Is your garden ready for the growing season? Does the soil contain the nutrients needed for healthy plant growth? Is it rich in organic matter? These are important questions that can ...

This week's column explains how crop rotation, soil testing and understanding plant changes can lead to a healthier, more ...

A look at when to fertilize vegetables during the season, especially hungry flowering crops like tomatoes, cucumbers, ...

You don't need a big yard to grow a fruitful garden. Learn tips for building a small raised bed or turning small containers into thriving gardens.

Why do some gardeners claim that compost is so much better than fertilizer? To answer that question, it is important to understand a little about the relationship plants have with soil. Plants take up ...

The best lettuce companion plants tend to be vegetables, herbs, and flowers that thrive in cooler weather and appreciate ...

By following a few simple steps, you can enjoy fresh herbs and vegetables while avoiding common disease and pest problems.

Tomatoes aren’t really much different than other vegetables in that they want a soil that holds some moisture, but doesn’t ...

The impact of the U.S./Israel conflict with Iran is now reaching residents thousands of miles away in Texoma, as instability ...

Compost is the single best additive available for improving any soil type. Is your soil too sandy? Add compost. Too dense?

DENVER — The best fertilizer for your garden is manure. It can be spread on lawns, vegetable beds and perennial borders. Colorado lawns have had a tough time recently: a dry summer, a dry fall, a dry ...