Poor pollination, pests, or lack of sunlight can keep fruit from developing fully, so create a bee-friendly, sunny ...

Planting fruit trees in November is the best time to do so, as the ground conditions are ideal, as the soil is still holding ...

About this issue Abstract We know little about how shifts in tree species distribution and increases in forest fire intensity could affect the formation of pyrogenic organic matter (PyOM) or charcoal, ...

Finding plants that can survive in shallow soil can be tricky, so we've rounded up 22 of them that don't mind the shade and ...

CORVALLIS – Adding organic matter is the best way to improve nearly all kinds of soils. If you’re unsure if your soil needs amendments, take note if it dries and cracks in summer, drains slowly or is ...

As your vegetable garden winds down for the season, it can be tempting to simply let it rest until spring. But what if you ...

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Mushrooms that pop up in lawns after heavy rain are a normal, healthy sign of fungal activity underground. These fungi are ...

Are you dreaming of having fresh apples, cherries, or peaches straight from your own yard? Before you run out and buy that bare-root pink lady apple sapling, you need to take a look at your soil. One ...

Florimulch or Enviromulch or a high quality dyed mulch are my top choices for mulching your gardens. They are an easy way to ...