Potting soil can last a long time if you store it the right way. We share simple tips on how to keep potting soil healthy.

Compost and wood chips make an excellent team when it comes to creating a potting mix. Compost adds essential nutrients and ...

The terms "garden soil" and "potting soil" may sound like they refer to similar things, but there are significant differences between the two products. Because of these differences, there are ...

Potting soil is a key ingredient for growing healthy plants, both indoors and out. So, if you see a bargain at the store or ...

For gardeners who want to reuse their potting soil but do not need or want to sterilize it, the focus should be on refreshing the mix. This is essential for replacing nutrients, reactivating the ...

Potting soils and potting mixes are two names used for the same thing, and they are both equally suitable for growing plants in containers. They are created to provide the excellent drainage ...

Potting soil has a dirty secret The soil used to grow potted plants and fill raised beds seems perfect. But it hides some disturbing problems for the environment and our health.

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One such way is reusing potting soil. Many home gardeners today grow annuals, herbs and vegetables in containers and are productive, but these plants complete their life cycle in one year’s time.

Unlike potting soil, garden soil is heavier and made from native components like sand, silt, or clay mixed with organic material.

Ultimately, Sweetser concludes that sterilizing your secondhand soil at home isn’t worth it—especially when newly purchased potting soil doesn’t require that kind of treatment.

A PROFESSIONAL gardener has revealed how to save money on potting plants by reusing last year’s soil. In the UK, a five litre bag of soil will set you back around £5 a pop.