Soil & Fertilizer

How to Top-Dress Houseplants

Container Gardens, Houseplants, Lawn and Garden, Soil & Fertilizer by Julie Day

How to Top-Dress Houseplants

As I inspect and repot my houseplants in early spring, I often find plants that seem to fall β€œin the middle,” not quite needing repotting but still wanting some attention. In cases like this, top-dressing is a great alternative to repotting, and it’s quite easy. Here’s how. Read in full.

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How to Dress Up Your Houseplants with Mulch

Container Gardens, Houseplants, Lawn and Garden, Soil & Fertilizer by Julie Day

How to Dress up Your Houseplants with Mulch

We’re all familiar with the idea of mulching our flower gardens, so why not also mulch your houseplants? Read on to find out how to put the finishing touch on your indoor gardens using houseplant friendly mulch. Read in full.

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How to Lay Sod and Plant Grass Seed in Your Yard

Landscaping & Design, Lawn Care, Lawn and Garden, Soil & Fertilizer, Video by Tricia Craven Worley

How to Lay Sod and Plant Grass Seed in Your Yard

Sod is great for an instant lawn, but it can cost 10 times as much as grass seed and require more labor to install. Watch this video for some helpful tips on how to go about planting grass seed or laying sod in your yard. Watch this video to find out more. Watch this video.

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What Can I Compost?

Ask Julie Answers, Featured, Green Home, Lawn and Garden, Organic Gardening, Soil & Fertilizer by Julie Day

What Can I Compost?

Beth asks, β€œWhat can I put in my compost pile?

If your compost pile is heating up properly and the items are chopped or shredded, you can put all kinds of things in there. Here’s a list of compostable items, including a few that might surprise you. Read on to find out more. Read in full.

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How to Measure Soil Temperature for Planting

Lawn and Garden, Soil & Fertilizer by Julie Day

How to Measure Soil Temperature

Whether you’re planting seeds or targeting weeds, it’s important to check your soil temperature before beginning. Read on to find out what you need to know to properly measure the soil temperature in your lawn or garden. Read in full.

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Organic Gardening 101

Featured, Gardening Basics, Lawn and Garden, Organic Gardening, Soil & Fertilizer by Julie Day

Organic Gardening 101

Instead of using synthetic or toxic chemicals, organic gardeners create a natural garden ecosystem that gives more to the earth than it takes away. More than anything else, organic gardening requires altering your mindset about gardening. Here are three basic concepts to get you started on your path to an organic garden. Read in full.

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How to Identify the Cause of Brown Spots In Your Lawn

Diseases & Pests, Lawn Care, Lawn and Garden, Soil & Fertilizer by Julie Day

How to Identify the Cause of Brown Spots In Your Lawn

Brown spots in lawns are frustrating to deal with! Just when you think you’ve done everything right, suddenly there’s a patch of grass that’s dead or dying. There are a number of causes of brown spots in lawns, from insects to disease to human error. Read on for a checklist to help you determine the cause in your yard. Read in full.

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How to Recycle Leaves in Your Yard

Featured, Lawn Care, Lawn and Garden, Organic Gardening, Soil & Fertilizer by Julie Day

How to Recycle Leaves in Your Yard

Instead of sending your leaves to the landfill, consider recycling them to feed the plants in your garden. Leaves are a great, free source of nutrients and insulation for your garden if used correctly, and you can keep your lawn neat while still allowing nature to work its magic. Read on to find out how to recycle the leaves in your yard. Read in full.

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Organic Sources of Potassium for Your Lawn or Garden

Lawn and Garden, Soil & Fertilizer by Julie Day

Organic Sources of Potassium

Potassium is a very important nutrient for overall plant health. If you’re looking to go organic, there are many ways to supplement your lawn or garden with potassium without using chemical fertilizers. Read on for more info on the most popular sources of organic potassium. Read in full.

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How to Winterize the Grass in Your Lawn

Featured, Lawn Care, Lawn and Garden, Soil & Fertilizer by Julie Day

How to Winterize the Grass in Your Lawn

Your lawn’s nutrient needs change in the fall in preparation for the cold weather ahead. If all the conflicting advice about whether or not to winterize your lawn has left you confused, you’re not alone! But figuring out what to do may not be as hard as it seems. Read on to find out how to prepare your lawn for winter. Read in full.

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