Boost flower production and foliage health by fertilizing your orchid at the right time.

Christmas cactuses bloom in winter, when the days grow cool and short. While low light levels trigger flowering, fertilizing ...

Like the age-old question about the chicken and the egg, there’s also the gardening dilemma: What do I do first–water or fertilize? When you value the investment you’ve made in your beautiful backyard ...

Person walking a fertilizer spreader across a green lawn - Dziurek/Shutterstock Watering your lawn after fertilizing it is a valuable practice — it helps ensure the fertilizer reaches your lawn's root ...

Shortly after buying a home, many first-time homeowners recognize how challenging it can be to maintain a property. Many embrace that challenge and refashion their homes to reflect their personalities ...

Fertilizer is an essential part of gardening. It boosts plant growth, improves yields, adds key nutrients to the soil, and enhances disease resistance. But fertilizing your lawn and garden incorrectly ...

Carrots are a tasty root crop and a staple in many vegetable gardens. Whether you grow the classic orange roots or heirloom varieties that can be purple, red, or white, carrots are low-maintenance but ...

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Can you fertilize in the summer? Fertilizing your lawn is one of the first things you should do as soon as the temperatures warm up to maintain its lush appearance. Knowing when to feed your lawn is ...