A cold snap hits, the garden beds go quiet, and most people assume the soil is ready for hibernation. But winter is actually the perfect time to supercharge your soil so it wakes up in spring richer, ...

A mix of winter crops can refresh soil naturally. Variations in roots, residues, and soil life work together through the ...

The one mulching mistake that damages plants every winter is applying mulch incorrectly, such as piling it too thick or too ...

It’s tempting to look at a forecast full of snowflakes and groan about the upcoming shoveling, slippery driveways, and wet ...

This organic material is an easy way to protect your plants.

To survive the bitter cold, Antarctica’s native residents adorn themselves with thick layers of fat and fur. A non-biting ...

Architects also praise rammed earth’s high thermal mass—insulative properties that regulate a building’s indoor temperature.

Leafy vegetables are notoriously difficult to clean effectively, often retaining soil and grit even after a quick rinse. A ...

It is better to leave leaves where they lay.

A new study of European beech trees reveals that their root systems respond more to short-term changes in soil water than to ...

PFAS has been linked to numerous health issues and is one of the most persistent problems in the environment. The materials ...

Insulate your pots to protect them from the winter chill.