Grow strong roots with tools like tillers, composters, soil testers, and lights. Simple tools to help your garden thrive.
When I moved into my new home in Sacramento, my lawn was a dry, patchy mess. I wanted fresh, green grass—fast. Like many others, I turned to a big name: Scotts Turf Builder LawnSoil. The bag claimed “50% thicker grass.” That sold me. But two years later, I wish I had looked deeper. I learned … Read more
Spider plants (Chlorophytum comosum) are some of the easiest houseplants to grow. They look great with their long, striped leaves and cute little baby plants that hang down. These plants add life to any room. I’ve kept spider plants in all kinds of places—from sunny apartments in Chicago to dark home offices. They always find … Read more
Trying to choose between Scotts Lawn Soil and regular topsoil? Here’s the deal: Scotts Lawn Soil is made to help grass grow. Topsoil is more for filling low spots. I’ve used both in my yard. Topsoil worked well for leveling. But Scotts made my grass greener and thicker. After years of lawn care, I’ve learned … Read more
When I moved into my new home in Raleigh, North Carolina, I was so happy to start the garden I had always wanted. I grabbed my shovel and went out back. But the red clay soil was hard as a rock. I knew I’d need help. So I looked for a tool that was cheap, … Read more
When I moved to Asheville, North Carolina, I found out fast that gardening wasn’t going to be easy. The soil was hard clay with lots of rocks, and my backyard sloped downhill. I tried digging by hand. I even borrowed a small tiller. But nothing worked on that packed ground. Then I found the Mantis … Read more
If you can’t decide between the Predator and Mantis tiller, here’s the quick answer: both are great at breaking up soil, but they work best in different ways. I’ve used both in my yard, and here’s what I found. The Predator is stronger and better for hard, rocky ground. The Mantis is lighter and easier … Read more
If you’re stuck choosing between Miracle-Gro and Vigoro, you’re not alone. I’ve used both in my backyard for years. Miracle-Gro Potting Mix has peat moss, perlite, and plant food. Vigoro All-Purpose Mix uses composted materials and feeds plants for up to 9 months. In my yard, one holds water better, while the other drains fast. … Read more
I’ve been gardening on my patio for years, always hunting for the right soil that helps my plants thrive without extra hassle. After reading several Miracle Gro Organic Choice Potting Mix 50 qt reviews, I decided to give it a try. I wanted an organic mix that keeps moisture balanced and feeds my veggies naturally. … Read more
Nothing is more annoying than when your Mantis tiller won’t start—especially when you’re all set to work in the garden. Most of the time, the fix is simple. It could be old gas, a dirty spark plug, or a clogged carburetor. I’ve had days where I pulled the cord over and over, only to find … Read more