I am very privileged to garden in a large space which allows me to plant a range of trees, from those that will ultimately be large, park-like specimens to smaller, more decorative garden trees. For ...

Clay soil is dense, often waterlogged, and lacks many nutrients. It takes a hardy perennial to survive in these less than ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A boy and older gentleman planting a fruit tree - Gpointstudio/Getty Images Are you dreaming of having fresh apples, cherries, or ...

Fruit trees thrive best in soil with plenty of drainage, like most other plants – but can fruit trees grow in clay soil? Clay soil is naturally denser and more prone to compaction than other soils, ...

Kick off planting in your garden this spring by adding organic matter and making sure the soil has the right texture for ...

Gardening season is underway, and you may have questions. To ask one, simply go to the OSU Extension website, type it in and include the county where you live. A photo is very helpful. Q: I am ...

It’s easy to take soil for granted, but what an impact it has on our trees, shrubs, lawns and gardens. Soil is the main vehicle by which plant roots absorb water and nutrients, and it keeps plants ...

Discover the trick to amending dense clay soil with landscape designer Leah Churner. What’s the trick to amend dense clay soil? Landscape designer Leah Churner explains how compost, leaf mold and ...

Colder weather continues lingering in our area and will be around for at least two more weeks, according to several 30-day weather forecast sites! Spring could be near at hand, as a couple extended ...

Key Points Seeds and transplants require specific soil temperatures to germinate and thrive.Simple, easy tests you can do at home reveal key information about soil condition.Start by clearing garden ...