‘I’ve seen several posts online about how ashes from the fireplace can keep insects away from my plants. If this is true, how much should I use?” — T.D. The internet can be a wonderful source of ...

Is it OK to spread my fireplace ashes over my vegetable garden every winter? N.G., Sand Springs. The best answer is “probably not.” Ashes from burning various types of wood have a unique chemistry, ...

When you're scooping out the fireplace, save the ashes to fertilize plants in the garden. Here are seven plants that thrive when you add wood ash to your garden.

Wood ashes can be a valuable resource for amending garden soil. Anyone using a fireplace or wood stove knows that a large amount of wood ashes can accumulate over a heating season. When applied under ...

TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - Agriculture experts say wood ashes from a fireplace or campfire are of benefit in the lawn or garden. David Creech, Stephen F. Austin University Gardens Director, explains to ...

Fireplaces make cozy wintertime hangout spots, but they can also serve practical purposes. In addition to providing warmth and comfort, fireplaces create ashes that can be put to good use in your home ...

ANGELINA COUNTY, Texas (KLTV) - Heading into cooler weather and fires in the fireplace, I’ve been asked before if those wood ashes are of benefit in the lawn or garden. The short answer is yes, but ...