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  • Fertilizers & Soil Amendments

Biochar Basics: Make It, Charge It, and Don’t Steal Nitrogen

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Keen to improve soil health? Discover essential biochar making, charging, and nitrogen retention tips you can’t afford to miss.
  • Plant And Pest Team
  • February 22, 2026
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  • Fertilizers & Soil Amendments

Countertop Composters: What They Make (and How to Use It Safely)

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Transform your kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich compost with countertop composters—discover how to use them safely and maximize their benefits.
  • Plant And Pest Team
  • February 20, 2026
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  • Fertilizers & Soil Amendments

Hot Compost Temperatures: The Range That Kills Weed Seeds and Pathogens

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Understand the ideal hot compost temperature range that effectively destroys weed seeds and pathogens, ensuring safe, nutrient-rich compost—discover how to achieve it.
  • Plant And Pest Team
  • February 19, 2026
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  • Fertilizers & Soil Amendments

Compost Tumblers: The Size Mistake That Makes Them Fail

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The size of your compost tumbler can make or break your composting success—find out how to choose the right one before it’s too late.
  • Plant And Pest Team
  • February 18, 2026
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  • Fertilizers & Soil Amendments

Tilling Depth Myths: How Deep Is Too Deep for Soil Health?

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Myth-busting tilling depths reveals how going too deep can harm soil health and why understanding your soil’s needs is crucial for sustainable gardening.
  • Plant And Pest Team
  • February 17, 2026
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  • Fertilizers & Soil Amendments

Fertigation Through Drip: Feed Plants Without Burning Roots

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Fertigation through drip irrigation allows you to deliver nutrients directly to plant…
  • Plant And Pest Team
  • February 12, 2026
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  • Fertilizers & Soil Amendments

Spreaders 101: The Calibration Test That Saves Bags of Fertilizer

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Never calibrate your spreader without mastering this essential test—discover how proper calibration can save you big on fertilizer waste.
  • Plant And Pest Team
  • January 26, 2026
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  • Fertilizers & Soil Amendments

Phosphorus Management and Water Quality

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Because managing phosphorus is crucial for water quality, discovering effective strategies can make all the difference in protecting aquatic ecosystems.
  • Plant And Pest Team
  • December 12, 2025
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  • Fertilizers & Soil Amendments

Acid-Loving Plants: Fertility Basics

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Just understanding the basics of soil fertility unlocks the secrets to thriving acid-loving plants and keeps them healthy—continue reading to learn how.
  • Plant And Pest Team
  • December 12, 2025
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  • Fertilizers & Soil Amendments

Fertilizing Lawns: Timing by Grass Type

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Absolutely! Discover the optimal fertilization timing for your grass type to ensure a lush, healthy lawn and avoid common pitfalls.
  • Plant And Pest Team
  • December 11, 2025
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15 Best Bird Feeders with WiFi Camera in 2026

Lure stunning backyard birdwatching with the 15 best WiFi camera bird feeders in…
  • Plant And Pest Team
  • February 24, 2026
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15 Best Heavy Duty Metal Garden Arch Trellises for 2026

Jump into our top 15 heavy-duty metal garden arch trellises for 2026 and discover the…
  • Plant And Pest Team
  • February 24, 2026
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7 Best Slit Seeders for Overseeding Lawns in 2026

Discover the top 7 slit seeders for overseeding lawns in 2026 and learn which one is…
  • Plant And Pest Team
  • February 24, 2026
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  • Prevention & Cultural Practices

Hardware Cloth Is the MVP: Rodent-Proof Beds, Bulbs, and Compost

Optimize your garden's defenses with hardware cloth to keep rodents out—discover…
  • Plant And Pest Team
  • February 24, 2026
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