The best time to add fertilizer to your lawn in the fall is during the month of September, unless you live in the southern ...

There are 17 nutrients that are essential for plants to grow and thrive. They are grouped into macro-nutrients and micro-nutrients. Macro-nutrients are those nutrients that plants use in larger ...

As a rule, never apply more than 1 pound of nitrogen per 1,000 square feet of lawn. Be sure to choose slow-release fertilizer, which will continue to feed the lawn over the course of the off season.

QUESTION: I'm trying to decide when to fertilize the many different kinds of plants in my landscape. I don't know when to start fertilizing or when I should stop. What is the best fertilizer to use ...

Indoor plants can flourish with the right fertilizers, but knowing how to use them properly is key. Over-fertilizing can ...

Fall is the perfect time to fertilize your lawn. In many regions, autumn is when abundant rainfall and cool weather inspire ...

Geraniums are seen on the front porch of a home in London, Ont. in this file photo. (Credit: Mike Hensen) Q: I have 40 containers filled with annuals, and I am getting tired of having to mix up ...

For centuries plants grew without any help from human beings, and some are still doing so today. Obviously, plants can grow with no help, especially in environments to which they are already adapted.

My friend Marty and I were talking about clover in lawns yesterday. I mentioned that clover often indicates inadequate nitrogen levels in the soil. He said that he does fertilize regularly but is ...