All keen gardeners know the importance of having good soil structure that supports healthy plant growth. Drainage and aeration are key to aiding moisture management, and it turns out you can ...

Many people are dissatisfied with the soil in their garden. The most common complaint is that the soil is either too sandy or ...

“It’s a chicken and egg thing. When soils are less compacted, it’s easier for roots to grow through them. Worms follow the ...

To grow good plants, you need good soil. The only way to tell what your soil really needs is to take a soil test. Applying too much fertilizer could be detrimental to your plants. You could waste ...

You can smell a good soil! ‘The Real Dirt’ is a column ... Working compost into soil can help alleviate soil compaction by improving soil structure, aeration, and water-holding capacity.