Adding humus to garden soil brings a wealth of benefits to both soil and plants, acting like a powerhouse of nutrients that supports vibrant, resilient plant life. Humus, the dark, crumbly organic ...

Leaves can transform poor soil as they decompose into humus. Humus increases the soil's CEC allowing it to retain fertilizer ...

Humus is essential for soil health, enhancing nutrient storage, water retention, and supporting beneficial microbes. Increasing humus content through organic practices can improve soil structure and ...

The soil beneath our feet may look dull, but it is essential to all life on the planet. You might be amazed at what soil is ...

THE part played by humic manures in soil processes and in plant nutrition, both as a source of mineral elements and by improving the physical condition of the soil, is well known. The advantages ...

The importance of building up humus in vegetable fields cannot be overstated. Without achieving this, the soil will not become self-sustainable, writes Bill Kerr. A field of grazing vetch ready for ...

Out of all the winter garden questions, there's one we've heard a lot this month: should I cover raised beds in winter? If ...

The columnist notes some reasons for composting being so beneficial. All you need to start is to pile materials from leaves, ...

It has worm castings. The humus in earthworm castings can increase the soil’s water retention and soil aeration. Besides, it can keep plant nutrients that usually leach away with water. Blue Ribbon ...

Launched today, the Soil Atlas 2024 jointly published by Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung and TMG – Think Tank for Sustainability, ...

The goldenrod flowers pictured in the Sept. 26 “Garden Notes” have now aged to motley, brown-gray fuzz. Sitting at the dining ...