The right soil helps container plants thrive, but sometimes we neglect to take the steps to ensure that our greenery is potted in the appropriate medium to support it. Garden soil is an amendment ...

CARVER, Minn. — Soon homeowners and gardeners will be getting their hands dirty. Growing flowers, plants, and grass requires a dark and seemingly plentiful ingredient. We wanted to know: What is ...

Unearth the world beneath our feet and soil's vital role in our food system. Explore soil's crucial role in our food system as Sheril uncovers the diversity of soil types, the microorganisms vital for ...

Spring is just around the corner, and the urge to get outside and dig in the dirt is real. If you’re dreaming of a lush, productive garden this year, it all starts with what’s under your feet. A lot ...

These plants can reduce compaction, add nutrients, prevent pests, and more. vencavolrab / Getty Images Healthy soil is an important part of growing plants that thrive. If your yard has poor soil ...

Since I am always talking about taking soil test, my latest article about how to take a soil test might be of some help. I like to compare a soil test for a gardener to a blood test for a doctor. When ...

Gardeners eager to get outside and work in this year’s early warm weather should take care: It’s all too easy to damage your soil in early spring. “The danger is that you’ll compact the soil if you ...

Healthy soil is an important part of growing plants that thrive. If your yard has poor soil quality, it can lead to root growth problems and plant establishment issues, including drowned roots and ...