The three numbers on fertilizer are the N-P-K ratio, which stands for nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. These three nutrients have separate functions and are essential to a plant's growth and ...

Some gardeners are pretty proud of themselves, and rightfully so, because they don’t just grab “a spray” when a plant seems unhappy. They identify the problem and chose the right solution. Good for ...

Q. I know to fertilize my azaleas once a month for about three months after they finish blooming; the question is what kind of fertilizer? At the nursery there were three different products labeled ...

Spring is here. And whether you are aware of it or not, there's a lot going on in the garden right now. Plants may be slow to show their growth above ground, but below ground roots are growing rapidly ...

The early spring we are experiencing in the Seattle area is sending tendrils of growth from roots. As plants grow, gardeners may want to encourage them with fertilizer to boost performance. Here are a ...