Clay drains less easily than other soils and can lie wet for long periods,' explains landscape designer and soil expert ...

Watering plants in the middle of the day can be ineffective, especially on hot, sunny days. In the afternoons, water ...

The Eaton and Palisades fires likely made polluted soils worse, but soil experts say bioremediation may be an alternative to ...

Mother Nature is unpredictable and extreme weather can take its toll on plants. Discover rugged perennials and shrubs that stand up to the worst weather without sacrificing style. Learn how to use ...

Many people are dissatisfied with the soil in their garden. The most common complaint is that the soil is either too sandy or ...

Sesame plants will thrive and give the best harvest of seeds when grown in the right levels of warmth. Plants need at least ...

Perennials can be the backbone of your garden because they come back every year. Learn how and when you should plant ...

When planting roses, choose a good site for a better chance of healthy rose bushes for years to come. Here's why you should ...

How many times have you checked your recently planted pots and noticed the plants themselves were dry, but the surrounding added soil or ground around the new plant was wet? Your shiny new plant is ...

A resource at Agricultural Analytical Services Lab at Penn State can be a good first step toward determining soil health.

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