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 ...

In this video we break down the basics of potting mix for all of our house plants. Once we have a good understanding of what soil really is we can start to tailor our potting mixes to our plants in ...

This recipe was created out of necessity when I was out of bloody mary mix upstate at my farm. Using leftover tomato juice from draining a can of plum tomatoes, I settled upon the perfect homemade mix ...

Nothing says Christmas quite like the magic of homemade snacks, and today, we’re stirring up a little nostalgia with a homemade treat that’s as festive as the season itself. Caramel Chex mix! This ...

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WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — Home and Backyard recently visited The Potting Bench in Williamsport, and it was a sweet experience literally! Known for its charm and delicious ice cream, The Potting Bench showed ...

Neil from Struthers: I want to grow vegetables in containers and raised beds this year. But I’m confused about what kind of soil I should use — soil, garden soil or potting mix? Can you help? David: ...

Perlite, a volcanic rock, is a common ingredient in potting mixes. It improves drainage, aeration and water retention in soil. Perlite is lightweight and can be added to in-ground gardens, but it's ...