Soil

With two acres of red clay soil, I’ve been willing to try just about anything to improve it. Liquid soil conditioner is commonly marketed as …

Clay soil is difficult to manage. When it’s wet, it’s a slippery, sticky mess. When it’s dry, you need a jackhammer to till a vegetable …

Alkaline soils are difficult. They have a chalky texture, which makes them hard to work, and creates an unhealthy soil structure. They make up the …

Clay soil can be a real challenge due to its tendency to dry out and crack. Fortunately, it also has a high capacity to hold …

Clay soil presents many challenges when growing grass. I am partial to centipede grass because of its low growing profile, tendency to spread and thickly …

Composting is an excellent way to make use of kitchen scraps and create your own nutrient-rich soil. But there are challenges in composting for people …

Clay soil can be a real pain and I have been struggling with it for years. When you are preparing soil for grass, you have …

On a recent trip to St. Croix, my wife found herself taken with the palm trees that blanket the island. Now, it evokes images of …

Compost bins are great but have you ever considered in-ground composting? There’s no bin needed and you never have to turn it. In fact, once …

My Journey On An (Almost) Desert Island. Last year, our family moved to an island off the coast of Los Angeles, California. I was excited …