Soils & Grow Mediums Archives - my Garden and Greenhouse

September 7, 20230

How to Make Your Own Potting Soil

That beautiful dendrobium orchid has just finished blooming, and you notice it needs re-potted. The roots are tight, and the plant looks much too

August 31, 20230

Salinity is the measure of the total amount of soluble salt in the soil. As the amount of salt increases, it becomes more difficult for the plant

July 28, 20230

Maintaining soil health is crucial for sustainable agriculture and gardening practices. One effective technique that promotes soil fertility and

July 19, 20230

Cover crops are fast-growing small grains, grasses or legumes that are generally planted in the fall and tilled under in the spring to improve soil.

July 13, 20230

The potential hydrogen, or pH, scale is a system of measurement that determines the concentration of hydrogen ions. In the garden, the pH scale is us

July 10, 20230

There are so many types of mulch available that it can be confusing trying to decide which one is best for your yard and garden. What most people

July 6, 20230

Hydroponics, the practice of growing plants without soil, has revolutionized modern agriculture. While there are numerous hydroponic grow mediums

June 23, 20230

For home gardeners seeking to enhance their soil fertility and promote sustainable gardening practices, worm tubes offer an efficient and eco-fri

June 4, 20230

In recent years, sustainable farming practices have gained significant momentum, and coir grow bags have emerged as a solution in the agricultura

May 15, 20230

The growing season is half over and the beauty of your garden reflects all the hard work you have put into it; all the planning and planting plus the