Increasingly, gardeners are looking to use peat-free compost. This is because the extraction of peat can harm the environment. But what is peat-free compost?  Peat-free compost is an organic...

Mushroom compost might be a great choice for your garden. Some people refer to it as black gold. But what is mushroom compost, and what makes it so special?  Mushroom compost is an organic,...

When you are growing plants, a suitable compost will make a world of difference. Choosing the right compost will ensure that your plants will absorb all the nutrients they need from the soil....

Bedding plants are a strategy gardeners use to bring short-term color to their garden beds. Choosing the right type of compost when bedding plants is important for the plants to live up to...

Violas are a popular plant for planting outside in the garden or in containers for patios or to liven up the interior of your home. Can violas thrive in ericaceous compost, or is a standard compost...

Hanging baskets can make an attractive, eye-catching feature in your garden or around your home when the right plants that complement your space are grown. Can you use ericaceous compost for hanging...

House plants bring your home greenery, color, variety, and beauty, besides their air purification benefits. Can you use ericaceous compost for your houseplants, or should you avoid this compost for...

If you have done much gardening, you have probably already grown several varieties of herbs in your garden or in containers. If you have other plants that grow in acidic conditions, you may be...

Marigolds are a gardener's friend because they are beautiful and benefit the garden by keeping unwanted pests away. If you have an acidic bed for other acid-loving plants, can you grow marigolds in...