Crop Rotation: Why It Matters So Much
What exactly is crop rotation, and why does it matter? We explain the science behind crop rotation and why it’s so beneficial.
Soil building encompasses many different things, as the soil is its own living and changing ecosystem. While it’s possible to grow plants without soil, the vast majority of gardeners use it — soil is everywhere in all of its myriad forms.
Here, we explain all things soil-based as well as the things that are used to improve that soil. Our writing team provides insight into not just soil types and textures, but also composting, cover cropping for soil improvement, mulching for the myriad of benefits it offers, and so many more things.
We’ll explore different organic fertilizers and how they work, techniques like the Back To Eden or no-till methods of gardening, and even delve into the many forms of mulch that can be used to reduce erosion and maintain soil moisture.
Organic gardeners know full well the value of having good soil, and the interplay between organic matter and mineral inputs is key to guaranteeing that you have a living, beneficial, and healthy soil food web. To many, the soil is an entirely new frontier waiting to be explored… and so we’ll explore it along with you, step by step.
With a little know-how, you too can improve your existing soil in the yard, learn which amendments are necessary or unnecessary in your situation, and optimize for the best outcome for your specific plant types.
We have broken this heading down into multiple subcategories, and you can find and look through each of those here:
What exactly is crop rotation, and why does it matter? We explain the science behind crop rotation and why it’s so beneficial.
What is citrus fertilizer, when do you need it, and how do you use it? We explore your options for citrus fertilization!
People who grow blueberries often wonder how to lower soil pH, while others try to increase it. Here we’ll explain what works and doesn’t!
Selecting cover crops for raised beds shouldn’t be a chore. We break down a variety of these and help you pick what’s best for your beds!
The Lomi is a device that produces “Lomi compost”. But is it actually compost, and what does this device do? We provide an unbiased review!
Leaf mold is easily one of the best compost options you can put into use in your garden. We explain what leaf mold is and how to make it!
More people are hearing about bokashi composting, but what is it, how does it work, and is it really compost? We explain it all in our guide!
We talk about till or no-till methodology, how it’s used in the field, and how you can apply these techniques to your own garden practices!
The right seed starting mix will cause your garden to burst into life! We’re exploring your DIY options and providing suggestions for success.
Laying mulch is necessary for moisture retention, erosion control, and weed reduction. We explain how to spread mulch in your garden spaces!
Exactly what is soil, anyway? We take an introductory look at what soil is and isn’t to try to clarify and answer this tricky question!
There are many types of clover used for a clover cover crop, but some are better than others. We walk through the basics of getting started!