Weeds are the bane of every gardener’s and landscaper’s existence. Getting rid of these uninvited, unwanted, unloved plants takes time and effort, but once weeds are successfully removed, what should ...
For those new to composting, figuring out what goes in and what to leave out can be daunting. And if you’re composting, chances are you’re also doing other things in your yard, like gardening or ...
Learn three ways to keep composting through winter for nutrient-rich soil ready for spring planting.
Gardening season is kicking into high gear and you may have questions. For answers, turn to Ask an Expert, an online question-and-answer tool from Oregon State University’s Extension Service. OSU ...
Steam rising from a compost pile. You can learn how to make your very own compost pile below. As the temperatures begin to chill, more people are thinking about finding their snowblower than digging ...
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How to Start a Compost Bin

Set yourself up for success by making your compost bin easy to use and simple to maintain.
Composting doesn't have to end with summer, but you do need a different approach. Avoid unexpected and unwanted results by ...
HOT COMMODITY: Composting works best if it generates heat. Photo courtesy of Wild Abundance Warm greetings, gardeners. Our famous and beloved Herb Fest has come and gone, and we’re officially past the ...
Twenty miles south of Boise, crews at the city compost farm are bracing for the busy season. “Grass season,” as compost program director Lisa Knapp calls it, means bag after bag of lawn clippings and ...
(WKOW) — Convert kitchen scraps into compost right in the garden with trench composting. Just like other composting methods, use only plant-based materials since meat, dairy and fat can attract ...