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Practical guides, seasonal how-tos, and honest answers to the questions gardeners ask.

Gardening Tips and Advice

Practical Guides, Seasonal How-Tos, and Honest Answers to the Questions Gardeners Ask.

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woman digging in soil to plant flowers
  • Soil & Fertilizer

What is the Right NearSource Organics Soil for Your Garden?

With So Many Choices Gardening Can Feel Overwhelming. That’s Ok! We’re Here To Help. The foundation for every garden is great soil. The wholesome food...

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overhead view of compost
  • Soil & Fertilizer

Layered Soil Gardening: A Sustainable Way to Garden

Looking for a sustainable gardening practice? Look no further than soil layering! Layering soil is a great method to not only enrich your soil—it also...

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hands adding mulch around tree
  • Mulch & Composting

Soil, Mulch, and Compost–The Role of Each in the Organic Garden

Spread mulch. Amend the soil with this or that. Add compost. Are we ever done? How do all these components help us grow healthy, vigorous...

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man sifting soil through hand
  • Gardening Basics

Transitioning to Organic Soils–It’s Different

Maybe you’ve been gardening for a while and decided to shift to organic products, or you’re just starting out. Either way, using organic gardening products...

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Soil For Container Gardening
  • Raised Beds & Containers

Best Soil for Container Gardening

Soil is the foundation for which plants grow, and the best soil for container gardening can be attained by layering different types of soils, organic...

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Raised Bed Soil
  • Raised Beds & Containers

The Gardener’s Guide to Raised Bed Soil

Dig into our guide to gardening with raised bed soil and discover what makes the best soil for raised beds. ✅ Shop Kellogg Garden at...

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Everything About Soil Compaction
  • Soil & Fertilizer

Everything to Know About Soil Compaction

Soil compaction prevents plants’ roots from acquiring the oxygen and essential nutrients that they need to grow. For a flourishing garden, follow our guide for...

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Best Indoor Potting Soil
  • Soil & Fertilizer

Best Soil For Indoor Plants

When growing indoors, nothing is more crucial for plant success than having optimal soil. After all, plants growing in containers and pots are limited to...

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Secrets to Healthy Soil
  • Soil & Fertilizer

The Secrets to Healthy Soil

No matter what kind of soil you have, you can significantly improve it. Let's explore some of the secrets to soil health, what characteristics we...

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Gardeners Guide to Soil Amendments
  • Soil & Fertilizer

Gardener’s Guide to Soil Amendments

Tulips are often termed as being the jewels of the garden. They are hardy perennial plants that grow well when planted in the right conditions....

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Best Soil for Succulents
  • Succulents & Houseplants

Best Soil for Succulents

Succulents are an attractive, low-maintenance plant choice. Proper soil, drainage, fertilizer, and watering requirements are essential to a succulent plant's ability to flourish. We will...

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Sprouting plants
  • Soil & Fertilizer

How to Make Soil More Acidic Organically

A lower pH level allows certain plants to more effectively absorb nutrients from the soil so they can flourish. Making your soil more acidic can...

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