Potting soil is commonly believed to contain soil. However, it may come as a surprise that it doesn’t contain any actual soil. Read on as we dive into the ingredients of potting soil and the reasons behind their uses.
There are so many different soils and compost to choose from. Which one is the right one? Should you buy potting soil, raised bed soil mix, or compost? In this video Conrad Decker will try to sort out this confusion and show you which product to use...
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Pruning promotes growth. Every cut results in healthy growth that will eventually bear flowers. Pruning determines plant shape. In this video Conrad will cover your need to know basics for pruning roses.
To answer that question, first consider what plants in general need to grow and thrive: sunlight, water, oxygen, and food. As part of this equation for indoor plants, it’s crucial to use the right type of soil that allows for proper drainage—and that...
Choosing the best types of potting soil for your flowers, herbs, and vegetables will greatly enhance your plant’s performance. In this article, we’ll describe some of the most in-demand types of potting soils, and we’ll use our varieties of Espoma Or...
I spoke at a local Homeowners Association meeting recently and I started off by discussing landscape maintenance. Economically, it's said that a healthy landscape is equivalent to about 20% of any property's value - this bit of information seemed to...
Because the terms are often used interchangeably, people often believe that they’re the same thing. There are, however, a few key differences and similarities that are worth mentioning so read on to learn more.
Wide varieties of materials can be used for garden sculptures: from wood to metal, and from plastic to ceramic—and marble, resin, and concrete. Also on that list is stone, including cast stone. Choosing what material is right for you will depend on y...
When designing a garden, most people tend to focus on just the plants. However, incorporating statues and fountains not only add charm and elevate the beauty of your garden, but the placement and surrounding you choose for your statue can enhance its...
While pruning can be intimidating for many people, it doesn’t have to be. In fact, once you know the pruning basics, you’ll quickly grow your confidence. Before you know it, you’ll be pruning like a pro. In this series of videos Conrad Decker will h...
