Readers have written to me with the same question: What can I do about my hard, red clay soil? Nothing seems to grow for me. Help! Fortunately, there’s a natural solution to change that red clay into ...

Composting can be rewarding, but challenges may arise. All gardeners know the value of compost as the best material to combat and amend our heavy clay soils. Compost is a rich organic matter that ...

If you live on a property with clay soil, then you know how hard it is to grow a lush lawn. The compact structure of this ...

It is a common question from both Costa Rican and Expat gardeners alike, what can I do about my hard, red clay soil? Nothing seems to grow for me. Help! Fortunately, there’s a natural solution to ...

These methods improve drainage and boost plant health. There are many different types of garden soil, and they all have their pros and cons. One of the more challenging soil types to work with is clay ...

Clay soil is found in many American gardens, but it isn't a hospitable home for all plants. If you're preparing your garden for summer, or want to grow flowers or vegetables, you might struggle. There ...

There are many benefits of using compost in your garden, planting beds, and your lawn, and fall can be the perfect time to start a compost pile while you are cleaning up the garden and removing leaves ...

Watering can hurt your plants. Don’t be surprised: Watering habits must take the soil into account, or plants can suffer from what seems to be a reasonable amount of water. They can even drown. When ...

MOORHEAD — Clay County's annual Take Jack Back program will begin Wednesday, Nov. 1, when residents can turn their discarded pumpkins into compost. Pumpkins are considered food waste and need to be ...