After a cozy night by the fireplace, most people scoop out the ash and toss it without a second thought. But did you know ...

You know cream of tartar from the kitchen, that little white powder that keeps your meringues from collapsing, but it's got a secret life in the garden. This modest household baking ingredient, also ...

Wood ashes don't have to be disposed of. They can actually be useful in your garden, but only if you know how to use them ...

A lush Hawaiian landscape in acidic volcanic soil is proof enough that plants can thrive in all sorts of soil. While too much acidity can be deadly for plants, many prefer moderately acidic soil with ...

Coffee grounds can provide some nutrients and improve the texture of soil. Learn how coffee grounds can benefit ten plants in ...

For iced tea, the question is “sweet or unsweet?” For garden soil, it’s “alkaline or acid?” The answer can make a big difference in the health and growth of your plants, according to Sharon Yiesla, ...

Small changes in pH levels can affect how well plants are able to reproduce and take up nutrients. These changes can also alter how exposed they are to soluble pollutants such as aluminum. Some plants ...

Actinidia plants (Actinidia deliciosa cv. Hayward), exposed to simulated acid rain at two levels of acidity, showed leaf damage and increased plant growth, photosynthetic pigment synthesis, nitrogen ...