To judge their ability to detect moisture differences, we tested ten soil moisture meters in various growing mediums, including potting soil, dirt from the garden, peat moss, and compost. We used them ...

Every gardener knows that watering can be tricky. Some days the soil looks dry on top but feels damp underneath, and other times it seems fine until the leaves start drooping. Many of us believe that ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Moisture meters may not be familiar to the average homeowner, but they provide tremendous value for ...