Weeds are the bane of every gardener’s and landscaper’s existence. Getting rid of these uninvited, unwanted, unloved plants takes time and effort, but once weeds are successfully removed, what should ...

For those new to composting, figuring out what goes in and what to leave out can be daunting. And if you’re composting, chances are you’re also doing other things in your yard, like gardening or ...

Gardening season is kicking into high gear and you may have questions. For answers, turn to Ask an Expert, an online question-and-answer tool from Oregon State University’s Extension Service. OSU ...

Composting is beneficial to gardeners and the environment, but to make the most of it, you need to discover which method best ...

Pulled weeds can still harm your garden if not removed properly. Leftover weeds may re-root, spread seeds, attract pests, or steal nutrients. Dispose of weeds by safe composting, bagging, or ...

Twenty miles south of Boise, crews at the city compost farm are bracing for the busy season. “Grass season,” as compost program director Lisa Knapp calls it, means bag after bag of lawn clippings and ...

Winter is the perfect time to sketch out no-till beds, set up a compost system, and choose native plants for spring.

HOT COMMODITY: Composting works best if it generates heat. Photo courtesy of Wild Abundance Warm greetings, gardeners. Our famous and beloved Herb Fest has come and gone, and we’re officially past the ...

Composting is a brilliant way to recycle household waste and turn it into something nutritious for your yard without spending a dime. But as good as this sounds, there are many things that you should ...

KETTERING — Compost given to Kettering residents by the city is not treated to help kill weeds and may cause them to sprout in users’ yards. Kettering City Manager Mark Schwieterman said the city’s ...