Heralded as a sustainable alternative to peat moss, coconut coir is quickly becoming a mainstay for gardeners who want to improve soil...

Nearly everyone who has a garden in the Southeastern United States is familiar with clay soil. The heavy, dense soil that covers much of...

Have you ever grown tomatoes only to have them rot on the vine, starting with the blossom end of the fruit? Or perhaps the tender new...

Humus is considered the holy grail of garden soil. This rich, dark substance is valued for its fertility and its ability to radically...

Mycorrhizae is a term that gardeners may be familiar with. Many garden soil products and amendments boast beneficial mycorrhizae, and...

Carbon is one of the most abundant elements on Earth. It is the common element in all known life—carbon can be found in humans, plants,...