Hint: the answer is crystal clear. Water crystals are polymer-based crystals that absorb and slowly release water, acting like tiny sponges in the soil. They’re especially useful in containers, raised ...

Unlike humans, plants aren't dramatic when they desperately need something. A purple begonia will not grunt or groan when agitated. A burgundy-hued rubber plant will not roll its eyes when dehydrated.

Last year, I made my own potting soil by mixing about half peat moss with my garden soil. The plant I bought already potted grew much better than the ones in my own mix. How can I improve my potting ...