WGN’s “Plant Daddy” Tim Joyce is back to share some weekend gardening tips, including how to sterilize soil, how to get rid ...

A lush, green yard is often the envy of the neighborhood. Luckily, there are some simple habits you can practice to make sure ...

As you look at your Spring to-do list, one of the first things should be getting a soil test done, if you have not done one in the past 3 ...

Soil is the foundation of a successful growing season. Soil testing is the easiest thing that people tend to overlook. A simple test provides essential information about nutrient levels, pH balance, ...

Most homeowners cutting front- and backyards will get plenty of grass-cutting power from a battery-powered mower.

And while people are complicated and need different things, plants have pretty much universal (and simple) demands. When it comes to fixing up [...] ...

Before you dig a garden, it's important to figure out what type of soil you have and then select plants (and amend your soil) ...

The world in the ground is worthy of our care and attention. For your garden, start with a soil test. A lab analysis will tell you what your plants are working with. You won’t need an advanced degree ...

Genetic testing, also known as DNA testing, involves obtaining DNA from a sample of cells in your body to identify specific genes, chromosomes, or proteins, including those that are faulty (known as ...

The radish test is a foolproof trick for knowing whether your homemade compost is ready for planting –or if it could harm the health of your plants.

Whether you’re growing tomatoes, managing crops or striving for the perfect lawn, soil testing is key to success. A soil test identifies nutrient levels and soil fertility, ensuring your plants get ...