There is no reason to spend a dime on fancy fertilizers when a powerful, plant-loving solution already sits in the backyard.

Grab a large bucket that will allow you plenty of extra space to stir and mix the contents without making a mess. Fill it with three gallons of water. You may use rainwater or, if using regular tap ...

Compost tea is nothing more than a large “tea bag” filled with finished compost steeped in water. This colorful compost is ready to be tucked into a bag (a pillowcase will work) to soak in water.

Lots of experts say compost tea is the secret to a lush, pest-free garden. According to garden maven Martha Stewart, this liquid extracted from your compost pile can also help fruit trees thrive. In ...

When I saw an advertisement about Martha Stewart being a dirt nerd, I recalled a column I did a number of years ago. I had met someone who made a business out of making compost. Then I looked at my ...