Of the tests to do before planting in your garden, a drainage test is among the best (and easiest). Try this quick drainage test to see if your soil is ready.

In the winter, it might seem like there is not much to do in the garden, but there is one thing everyone can do to set themselves up for success in the spring. That is soil testing, of course. In ...

Tender bulbs: Dig up bulbs from cold-sensitive perennials, including dahlias, gladiolus, begonias, and cannas. Store the ...

Many classic holiday plants originate in the tropics. Poinsettias ( Euphorbia pulcherrima ), for example, hail from Mexico ...

Seeed Studio sent us a review sample of the XIAO Soil Moisture Sensor powered by the XIAO ESP32C6 wireless module and running ...

I’ve been gifted a moth orchid. It says I just need to water it with ice cubes. Is that a good plan? How can I get it to […] ...

A professor of plant pathology answers questions on winter plant care and offers tips on how to keep plants protected from ...

There's nothing like growing your own produce; however, if you lack the space for an in-ground garden or raised beds, ...

The UC Master Gardeners of Butte County are part of the University of California Cooperative Extension system, serving our ...

Neil Sperry gives answers on dividing liriope, why you shouldn't save pumpkin seeds, caring for Phalaenopsis orchid, starting ...

Both cool-season and warm-season lawns require ongoing maintenance during the winter months. Learn the proper winter mowing, fertilization, irrigation, and weed management strategies to keep your lawn ...

You might have noticed more fresh orchid plants gracing homes in Montgomery County lately, and it's no coincidence. Their ...