Erosion can whisk away valuable topsoil and even cause whole embankments to collapse. These plants will help lock soil in place while adding ornamental value.

PhytOakmeter “core” and “site-specific” microbiomes were identified and attributed to the host tree selection effect and/or to the ambient conditions of the sites, respectively. The identified ...

Without it, soils become barren, leading to erosion, acidity, and unsustainable farming. Soil organic matter (SOM) is made up of a variety of components, including microorganisms, earthworms, mucus, ...

The best soil mixes will contain a combination of organic matter such as compost, coconut coir, or peat moss, and inorganic materials such as vermiculite or perlite. This ensures proper aeration of ...

Planting hedgerows increases soil carbon storage by almost half compared to nearby grassland—no matter where they are in the ...

Bonsai Tree Soil All Purpose Blend is specially tailored for Jades, Junipers, Chinese Elms, and Ginseng Ficus as well as almost other Bonsai species. The Espoma SS8 Organic Seed Starter is the best ...

Various organic matter sources can be used to enhance soil health. Common options include compost, aged leaves, well-rotted hay or silage, peat moss, composted manure, green cover crops, and untreated ...

Loquat trees thrive in warm tropical and subtropical climates. They are suited to growing outdoors in US hardiness zones 8-11 ...

All kinds of tasty fruit can be grown in containers in small spaces, from dwarf citrus to cherries, apples, pomegranates, ...

Adding soil you buy from your local garden center can be good for your plants but not all bags are the same. Have you ever stood in front of the bagged soil products displayed at your local ...

Itching to establish new some trees in your yard? Choosing a beginner-friendly species that will do well in your specific ...

Tree crops with extensive root systems in the subsoil have access to sulfur in the lower soil profile. Soils with compacted layers limiting root growth make crops more vulnerable to sulfur deficiency.