Whether you are new to container gardening or have been growing greenery this way for years, you know that nutrient-rich soil is the foundation of a thriving plant. If you're hoping to improve your ...

Perlite is a volcanic glass that is often used in gardening due to its lightweight, porous nature that aids in healthy plant development. "It is made from a type of volcanic glass called obsidian," ...

Those little squishy white balls in your potting soil aren’t styrofoam. They’re actually perlite, AKA volcanic popcorn. In the building industry, perlite is used in ceiling tiles and lightweight ...

This recipe is easy to follow to make your own Christmas cactus potting mix. These succulents need a well-draining, ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. In ...

Consider vermiculite's pros and cons so you can decide if it's the right choice for the plants you want to grow. Vermiculite is a natural material commonly used in potting soil or by itself to help ...

Think of your indoor and outdoor plants a little bit like Goldilocks: They need a just-right potting mix or soil to help them really thrive. And although the words “potting mix” and “potting soil” are ...