This story was originally published by Barn Raiser, your independent source for rural and small town news. By Jason Collins | Barn Raiser For years, the ...

You've amended the soil after last season's harvest and now you've planted this season's vegetable garden. As the plants continue to grow, you may assume the soil doesn't need any more compost or ...

Learn the exact timing for side-dressing corn, tomatoes, squash and other crops, why organic fertilizers take longer to work and when fish emulsion is your best option.

Knowing when and how to apply fertilizer can make all the difference in vegetable gardens. Fertilizers can boost plant health and help you grow a larger harvest of leafy greens, juicy tomatoes, and ...

Improper fertilizing can harm your plants and reduce their production.

It’s been a long , cool spring. Perfect weather for our gardens to come in lush and green. In my garden, many of the plants grew bigger than I’d ever seen. Maybe it was the fertilizer, maybe it was ...

Not everyone has a naturally green thumb, but everyone can cultivate one. A few years ago—without knowing anything about how to start a vegetable garden—I tried my hand at planting one… in the dead of ...

Understanding soil nutrients and pH is key to a thriving garden. Learn how to pick the right fertilizer for your plants.

Here’s when to water your vegetable plants instead.

• Do not work the soil if it is too wet. If it sticks to your shoes, it’s too wet. • If it rolls into a snake, it’s too wet. Press a small amount of soil in your palm, if it crumbles and breaks into ...