I have seen poinsettias growing outdoors as far north as Granada Hills but they were always planted against a wall.

Choosing the right container is crucial for successfully growing sweet potatoes indoors. Opt for a large, deep pot with at ...

This can prevent the soil and your plants from sagging and collapsing ... In a more serious case, they start to rot. Choosing the best container for growing potatoes plays an important role in ...

You can also plant the seed potatoes in raised beds or containers. Cover the seed potatoes with soil and water thoroughly. Potatoes thrive in cool weather with moderate moisture. Water regularly ...

While many plants grow well with companions, others can harm or inhibit neighboring species, and should be given their own ...

Just as you have a supply of candles and batteries or even a generator on hand for power outages, and a supply of bottled ...

Before planting, make sure the soil pH is between five and seven. Two days before planting, cut seed potatoes into pieces with at least one eye. This allows the cut surfaces to callous.

The point of the test is to help you figure out the best treatment for the soil before planting grass. After you’re done testing, the next step is to provide some treatment. You need to turn the soil ...

Jerusalem artichoke (Helianthus tuberosus) is harvested this time of year and is available for digging throughout California.