Soil Science
Building soil that holds water and feeds plants through the season, from seed-raising mix to biofumigation.
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- Sandy, clay or loam? Understanding and improving your soil typeSand, clay or loam? Once you know which soil you have, you can work with its strengths and patch its weaknesses. Here is how to read and ...Knowledge Base
- Soil pH explained: why it matters and how to nudge itSoil pH quietly shapes how well your vegetables grow. Here is what the scale means, why it matters, and how to nudge your soil into the r...Edible Produce
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- Water-Repellent Soil: Why Your Sand Stays Dry and How to Fix ItIf water beads and runs off your beds instead of soaking in, the soil has turned hydrophobic. Here is why it happens and how to fix it fo...Knowledge Base
- Waterlogged Soil: What to Do When the Garden Will Not DrainPuddles that linger, yellowing plants and a sour smell mean roots are drowning. Here is how to drain, raise and rebuild a waterlogged bed.Knowledge Base