Coffee grounds are full of organic matter. To reap the benefits, compost them first so your plants have access to all the nutrients.

Happy plants need quality soil.

I love the idea of transforming garbage into free mulch and fertilizer. Composting is a win-win: I save money and keep my eggshells, coffee grounds and weeds out of a landfill. Compost is the single ...

Like any other kitchen scraps and peelings, onion skins will add valuable nutrients to the soil as they rot down,” she says.

Looking after your soil’s health is the most important task a gardener can have. Your soil is what feeds and waters your plants. Winter is a good time to start planning ways to improve your soil.

A study finds that “preparing” biochar through composting can make it far more effective for improving soil fertility and boosting plant growth. Biochar, a carbon-rich material made by heating biomass ...

Learn how Epsom salt can naturally support healthier plants by boosting magnesium and sulfur levels in your soil. Discover ...

Yew is toxic, but does that mean it shouldn’t be composted? Our gardening guru has the answer ...

Compost has been dubbed "garden gold." But it is important to do your composting correctly. While it is generally okay to take a laid-back approach to composting, there are a few caveats to keep in ...