Erosion happens when bare soil blows away in the wind or gets washed away by rain. To keep your valuable soil in your garden, use these 10 tips from former organic farmer and soil expert Logan Hailey.
Nourish your soil all winter with fall-seeded cover crops that protect from erosion, improve fertility, and break up soil compaction. Former organic farmer Logan Hailey shares the top 9 science-backed cover crop species, plus the best ways to terminate them in the spring.
Plastic mulch can dramatically reduce weeds and improve yields through soil warming and moisture regulation. However, it has a dark side for the environment and soil health. In this article, former organic farmer Logan Hailey explores the science, safety, and practicality of using this product in your garden.
Fall is the perfect time to layer on the organic materials and give back to your garden soil. Former organic farmer Logan Hailey guides you through feeding the soil microorganisms, loosening your beds, and protecting your precious garden dirt before winter.
There are plenty of myths surrounding the practice of composting, from smell to pest problems and more. We break down the most common composting myths and why you shouldn’t believe them.
Gardeners are always looking for an edge when it comes to getting their houseplants looking great. So what about adding Perlite to your houseplant's soil? Is it something you should do? In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton investigates.
Not sure how or when to start fertilizing your vegetable garden this season? Depending on what hardiness zones you grow in, this answer can vary. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares her strategy for fertilizing vegetable gardens, including when and how to do it based on your hardiness zones and the type of vegetables you are growing.
How does soil phosphorus help plants? Is all phosphorus available for plant uptake? Here, we explain the soil science behind this nutrient!
Can you compost in the winter? Contrary to popular belief, even gardeners in cold regions can! Here’s our complete guide to the process.
Ramial chipped wood adds a boost to your garden, but what is it and how does it work? Gardening expert Kelli Klein explains all you need to know about this resource.
Soil sulfur is an essential element for plants and overall soil health. We explain what it does in the garden and how it all works!
Most gardens have calcium in soil blends or native soils, but what does it do? Soil expert Ben Anderson dives deep into what calcium provides for plant growth and how to identify deficiencies.