The nutrient solution for semi-hydroponics is one of the most important aspects of growing and cultivating with a semi-hydroponic system. As a gardener, you know that there are a lot of factors to consider when it…
If you’re a gardener, you know that using fresh, quality fertilizer is key to keeping your plants healthy and thriving. But what happens when your fertilizer expires? Does it go bad? Because of the nature of…
Urea is an agricultural by-product that is widely used in fertilizers, as a soil additive, and in the production of explosives. Urea can also be used as a plant fertilizer or added to compost. Urea is…
When it comes to dog urine and feces, artificial grass can pose a big problem. Not only is it unsightly, but it can also lead to health risks if not cleaned properly. Fortunately, there are many…
If you looking for a way to keep your pot plants healthy and looking great and avoid common problems such as fungus gnats and overwatering then LECA balls (lightweight expandable clay aggregate) may be the answer…
Potting soil is a sterilized material made up of both organic and inorganic matter. It has few nutrients with a sterilization process eradicating seeds, pathogens, and fungi, but also removing beneficial microorganisms. It contains a percentage…
Mushroom compost sometimes referred to as mushroom soil, is a popular soil amendment widely used by gardeners. It is derived from the used soil from mushroom farms, which provides it with a unique combination of nutrients…
There are a number of key differences between mushroom compost and conventional compost. The main distinctions relate to performance, availability, and cost. Mushroom compost has different properties in terms of nutrient values of salts and nitrogen…
The ratio of soil to compost should be adjusted differently depending on the type of plant and the environment in which it is being grown, the nutrient levels in the compost, and the level of nutrients…
Artificial turf is designed to look, feel, and function in a similar manner to natural grass. The better the quality of grass and infill the more this will be the case. In general, that means that…
Gardening Latest and its partners may earn a commission if you purchase a product through one of our links. The most common type of sand used as infill for artificial grass is silica sand. It differs…
There are many reasons for the growth in the use of artificial turf. Much of its increase in use is down to the reduced amount of maintenance that it requires as opposed to having natural grass….
One of the key advantages of artificial turf is that it requires very little maintenance. However, this is not to say that it doesn’t need any. In fact, in order to get the best use out…
Despite the fact that artificial turf is a man-made product and that it doesn’t need water to thrive or grow, there are a considerable number of benefits that result from its regular watering. When, and how…
One of the properties of real grass is that its blades have a natural way of re-establishing themselves in an upright position through the innate growth process when walked on. This, though, is obviously not true…
