The bulk of soil is made up of a mixture of organic matter, rock and mineral particles. However, it's the air, water and nutrients in the ground that the growing plant really relies on.
Cultivating the soil by digging is fundamental to good gardening. Learn the difference between single and double digging and when the no dig method works. Digging the soil is essential for good ...
In my vegetable garden, the chop-and-drop method has been used and for the last 12-14 years; no outside material has been brought in to feed the soil. It has all been from compost made on the ...