That’s probably the first thing that Virginia Beach gardeners need to know. Most local soils are clay, which means that they’re hard, compacted, and poorly drained. If you live along Pungo Ridge, at ...

JOSH BYRNE: For gardeners in Perth, sand is a geological fact of life. After all, this is a coastal plain. Most of Perth lies on ancient sand dunes. Result. We're gardening on sand. Let me be frank.

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Gardening has become massively popular over the last year, with Brits eager to improve every nook and cranny of their outdoor space while in lockdown. Whether you’re a gardening newbie or an expert, ...

Not every gardener gets good dirt. In fact, the coveted sandy loam is uncommon in this area. Most of us get dirt with too much clay or too much sand -- and that creates a challenge when it comes to ...

SLUG STANDOFF: With wet weather comes a persistent garden pest that requires some creative control techniques. Photo by Chloe Lieberman Happy summer, lovely readers! After a fairly cool spring, we’ve ...

There is a difference between mulching and amending the soil. Mulching involves placing a material such as pine straw, leaves or pine bark on top of the soil. Amending the soil implies the ...

Reptiles that live in sandy soils in dry areas and tolerate high temperatures have been considered beneficiaries of global warming as suitable habitats expand owing to climate change. However, a study ...