Are you dreaming of having fresh apples, cherries, or peaches straight from your own yard? Before you run out and buy that bare-root pink lady apple sapling, you need to take a look at your soil. One ...

Avocados are notoriously hard to grow particularly in heavy soil (clay). This video shows a great example of how to plant an ...

Gardeners deal with clay soil in two ways. The first is to amend the soil in an effort to deal with its drainage and compaction issues. This usually involves digging, shoveling in organic matter and ...

‘It is possible to grow fruit trees in clay soil, but choosing the right location is key,’ says David Glass, head gardener at ...

Colder weather continues lingering in our area and will be around for at least two more weeks, according to several 30-day weather forecast sites! Spring could be near at hand, as a couple extended ...

At this time of year, Magnolias are putting on a show. If you’re looking for a showy flowering tree that’s not too large but grows fast, consider the Magnolia! There are some gorgeous Magnolia hybrids ...

Q: I want to grow carrots, but my soil is dense clay. All the sources I read say carrots prefer a sandy loam. How much sand should I add to get it to be the right texture? A: This is a question we get ...

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Soil that contains a heavy clay component can be great for some plants—especially those that appreciate natural water retention. Clay also offers a more fertile growing experience, as its thick nature ...

Your landscape and gardens will be no better than the soils you prepare for them. It’s not as glamorous a fall topic as migrating Monarchs and grow-your-own pumpkins, but “soils” need to be discussed, ...