The best soil for plants, whether you're planting succulents, cacti, orchids, or other houseplants—because it's more than dirt. Dirt isn’t just dirt. And you can’t put all your houseplants in the same ...

A Christmas cactus thrives when its soil mimics its natural rainforest home—moist, airy, and fast-draining to keep roots healthy. Experts say the best mix uses regular potting soil blended with ...

By not following this vital watering schedule for your succulents in winter, you can end up harming the plants, leading to ...

For naturally healthy plants and soil remember to add compost. Learn how to make your own rich compost for use as mulch or a soil amendment out of yard debris and kitchen scraps during a free workshop ...

Q: We are having a discussion at our garden club meetings about compost. We have people who say you should add lime to make it less acidic and others who say don’t add orange, lemon or lime fruit ...

Taking care of houseplants, or, as some may call them, “plant babies,” can be a gratifying hobby. Horticulturist Marlene Simon at the UC Davis Botanical Conservatory posits that houseplants beautify ...

Plus, Sonoma County Master Gardeners throwing a pop-up sale Sept. 10 featuring succulents for summer-dry gardens. The Sonoma County Master Gardeners are throwing a pop-up sale on Saturday, SEpt. 10, ...

Millennials may have re-ignited America's love affair with houseplants, but you don't have to be one of them to want your own succulent garden. Nor do you have to be a millionaire – or even well off.