Succulents generally thrive on benign neglect. Quickly draining soil is the foundation of succulent and cactus care.

These old-school methods of garden maintenance may be ingrained in your habits, but it's time to let them go in favor of ...

With an estimated 30 to 40 percent of the United States’ food supply ending up as waste, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, food science and horticulture experts teamed up to study if ...

Repurposing old potting mix can be good for the plant and the planet – but how do you know whether to re-use or replace? The Guardian’s journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy ...

The study found that while food waste compost might not be viable as a standalone alternative to commercial potting mix, it could be suitable as part of a substrate mix. Results showed that mixtures ...

I could tell you a dozen stories about cooking on a budget. Some are triumphant—like the time I hosted my entire MFA cohort with a DIY baked potato bar and some donated champagne. Others are sadder: ...

Create your own homemade seed starting mix with the perfect balance of nutrients and moisture. This seed starting mix DIY is simple to put together. The perfect seed starting potting mix should be ...

Billy Widjaja, co-owner and chief commissioner of PT Indo Thai Coco Investama, said it is high time Indonesia took steps to boost domestic processing of coconuts for export. "We need to stop just ...

Coconut oil may be the most controversial of all cooking oils. While many nutrition experts warn that its high saturated fat content is a potential artery-clogger, the tropical oil is embraced by ...

Cutting carbs, eating more protein, lifting weights, and getting more sleep are all actions that can promote sustainable weight loss. Focusing on long-term health and habits that you can stick with ...