by Happy Gardener | Jan 15, 2026 | Soil & Compost, Soil Amendments, Soil Building
Believe it or not, right now is the perfect time to build better soil for your vegetable garden (and flower garden). Whether you’re brand new to gardening or have been growing veggies for years, one thing never changes: 👉 Healthy soil is the foundation of healthy...
by Happy Gardener | Jan 3, 2026 | Soil & Compost, Soil Amendments
Starting seeds indoors during winter is one of the most rewarding ways to get a jump on the growing season—but success starts below the surface. Choosing or building the right seed starting soil is one of the most important steps for strong germination and healthy...
by Happy Gardener | Dec 18, 2025 | Mulch, Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Soil & Compost, Soil Amendments, Winter Garden
Tis the Season of thoughtful gift giving. Do those word stress you out? if you have a gardener in your life, I’m here today to make the stress of buying “the right” gifts really easy for you. Really. I’m giving you a list of things that,...
by Happy Gardener | Jul 31, 2025 | Soil & Compost, Soil Amendments, Soil Building
Starting a vegetable garden? One crucial step is to prioritize is building healthy garden soil. The level of your gardening success lies in the quality of the soil. It directly impacts plant growth, nutrient availability, and overall garden health. Why Healthy Soil...
by Happy Gardener | Feb 15, 2023 | Organic Compost, Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Soil & Compost, Soil Amendments
When you add organic matter to garden soil, it supports the growth of microorganisms and helps retain moisture. The organic matter in your soil also provides nutrients for plants, improves your plants’ ability to absorb nutrients and water, and makes it easier...
by Rainbow Gardens | Jan 12, 2022 | Houseplants, Soil & Compost, Soil Amendments
Maybe you’ve heard us talk about adding perlite to your soil mixes, or perhaps you’ve seen it listed as an ingredient on the label of your potting soil; but do you know what it really is and what it does? Perlite is a soil amendment that can aid in the health and...
