Dear Neil, I was gifted a (crowded) bowl of succulents with many plants in that bowl. I know there are too many. How do I ...

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Learn what seed starting mix is, how it differs from potting soil, and how the right blend can dramatically boost your seedlings’ success.

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What's the best way to handle reusing potting soil? That depends. (Credit: Peter McCabe) Q: I have about 30 containers and am wondering if I can reuse the potting soil next year. It costs me a lot to ...

Q: I have about 30 containers and am wondering if I can reuse the potting soil next year. It costs me a lot to refill the pots every year. I have to thank the Journal for your column every week. It is ...

WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — Home and Backyard recently visited The Potting Bench in Williamsport, and it was a sweet experience literally! Known for its charm and delicious ice cream, The Potting Bench showed ...

If you’ve ever been stuck fumbling with crossfades at a house party, Spotify just fixed that awkward moment. The new Mix feature (in beta for select Premium users) lets you blend tracks automatically ...

The question might be better asked, “What is soilless potting mix?” The short answer is, it is a growing mixture made from organic materials that contains no natural soil (dirt). It’s formulated to ...

Have you experienced sticker shock recently when buying potting soil for your container vegetables? Like many products these days, potting soil is not cheap, challenging gardeners to try DIY soil ...

Gloved hands mixing potting soil in a black bin - Simol1407/Shutterstock Have you experienced sticker shock recently when buying potting soil for your container vegetables? Like many products these ...