One of the major components to see any type of outdoor garden flourish is the potting soil. And as any gardener knows, ...

Sterilizing potting soil gets rid of hidden fungi, insects, and other bacteria that could be harmful for your houseplants. If you're wondering when you should sterilize your potting soil ...

Potting mix isn’t soil at all—and it contains no actual dirt or earth. It’s a sterile mixture made up of organic matter like peat moss and organic materials that’ll help promote drainage.

To sterilize your potting soil, you can do it one of three ways: Solarization: Spread your potting soil all over a plastic sheet outside before covering it with clear plastic wrap. Leave it in ...